Neo-Nazi Plot: Far-Right Group Busted Before "Day X" Coup Attempt
German authorities have thwarted a chilling plot by a far-right group, the "Saxony Separatists," who allegedly planned a Nazi-inspired coup aimed at overthrowing the German government. The group, consisting of 15 to 20 members, believed Germany was nearing societal collapse and envisioned seizing power by force on an unspecified "Day X."
Military Training and a Vision of Ethnic Cleansing
Prosecutors revealed that the group undertook rigorous paramilitary training, believing this was essential to establish a Nazi-inspired regime. Their chilling aspirations extended to removing "unwanted groups" from their seized territories through ethnic cleansing.
Arrests and International Cooperation
More than 450 officers carried out extensive searches and arrests across Germany, Austria, and Poland, dismantling the group’s operations. Eight individuals, including the suspected ringleader, Jörg S, have been apprehended and charged with membership in a domestic terrorist organization.
Echoes of Past Regimes
This operation echoes a similar plot uncovered in 2022 involving the "Reichsbuerger movement." This group, advocating for a return to a pre-Weimar German empire, attempted to arrest lawmakers and establish a puppet government.
A Warning Sign for Democracy
The Saxony Separatists’ plot serves as a stark reminder of the persistent threat posed by extremist ideologies. It underscores the importance of vigilance against such groups and the need for continued efforts to protect democratic institutions.