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The European Parliament has triggered a verification procedure concerning the Europe of Sovereign Nations political party, which includes Germany’s Alternative for Germany and other far-right parties. The process will examine whether the organisation complies with the EU’s founding values.
The procedure could ultimately result in the party losing its status as a recognised European political party and access to European funding. Supporters of the move cited concerns about democracy, the rule of law and respect for human rights.
Members from far-right groups opposed the decision and argued that it was politically motivated. The case will test the rules governing European political parties and the threshold for action over alleged breaches of EU values.