Damien McGuinness
BBC correspondent in Berlin. He provides details on the trial of a Syrian doctor accused of war crimes.
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Feb 3, 2025 • 27min
Will Germany lift the firewall around the AfD?
Jess Parker and Damien McGuinness, BBC correspondents in Berlin, dive deep into the tumultuous rise of the Alternative for Deutschland (AfD) party. They discuss how Germany's historical sensitivity to far-right extremism is being challenged by the AfD's increasing acceptance in mainstream politics. The conversation highlights Alice Weidel's pivotal role in the party's shift from economic concerns to radical nationalism and explores the implications of this political shift for Germany's identity and future governance.
Nov 13, 2024 • 26min
Germany’s deepening political crisis
Damien McGuinness, BBC's Berlin correspondent, and Kate Connolly from The Guardian dive into Germany's political turbulence following the collapse of Chancellor Scholz’s coalition. They discuss how long-standing tensions led to a minority government and the rise of far-right parties. The pair explore the economic implications of U.S. tariffs and high inflation on the country's stability. With Germany’s role in the EU and support for Ukraine now uncertain, they highlight how these shifts may resonate far beyond Berlin's borders.
