The trial against members of the German group Antifa Ost has begun

• The court in Dresden has started proceedings against seven members of Antifa Ost.
• The group is accused of violent attacks on the rights of extremists.
• The court process will last until July 2026.

On Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in Dresden, the court began proceedings against seven members of the German leftist group Antifa Ost, who are accused of violent attacks on the rights of extremists. This group was dubbed the "militant gang" due to their attacks that occurred between 2018 and 2023.

Among the accused are six men and one woman. Prosecutors state that these activists caused serious injuries to several individuals during attacks targeting neo-Nazis and right-wing radicals. Two of the accused, Johann G. and Paul M., are also implicated in attacks in Budapest in the summer of 2023 during the so-called "day of pride," which involved right-wing extremists from all over Europe.

The trial against members of Antifa Ost is taking place in the context of the political situation in Germany and Europe. Recently, the USA designated Antifa Ost as a terrorist organization, which led to the freezing of the group's assets and a ban on travel to the USA for its members. The announcement regarding this was made in November of this year, provoking a reaction from the far-right party "Alternative for Germany," which urged the Berlin government to take similar measures.

The court proceedings in Dresden, which will last until July 2026, are one of the most significant instances of the prosecution of leftist activists in Germany in recent years. In the eastern part of the country, where this process is taking place, there is traditionally a high level of activity from both right-wing and anti-fascist groups.

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