Posts Tagged: Austria’s Freedom Party
Austria’s Kurz Vows to Fight Antisemitism, After Israel Voices Concern Over Inclusion of Far-Right Party in His Coalition
Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz said on Wednesday his new coalition would focus on fighting antisemitism, after Israel made it clear it would not work directly...
Top American, French Jewish Groups Voice Concern Over Entry of Far-Right Party Into New Austrian Government
A prominent American Jewish leader voiced criticism on Sunday of the coalition deal reached between Austrian Chancellor-elect Sebastian Kurz’s conservative People’s Party and the far-right Freedom...
Europe Tilts Right as Austria Votes for Nationalist Party to Gain Government Control
Europe’s political balance is tilting to the right after Austrian voters paved the way for a nationalist party to enter government, suggesting the country will...
European Jews ‘Breathe Sigh of Relief’ After Defeat of Far-Right Candidate in Austrian Presidential Election Rerun
European Jewish groups are welcoming the defeat of far-right candidate Norbert Hofer in Sunday’s presidential election rerun. According to projections, Hofer -- of Austria’s Freedom Party...