Echoes of a Nazi past: Israel keeping watch on Austria politics as far-right party forms coalition
The Austrian Freedom Party (FPO) being asked to form a coalition government marks the first time since World War II that a ...
For the first time since WWII, Austria’s far right gets mandate to lead government
Russia, eurosceptic Freedom Party, led by populist Herbert Kickl, gets chance to form government; was founded by former Nazi ...
Austria-Israel alliance and Sebastian Kurz: How he helped both nations find common ground
Beyond that, Kurz was the first chancellor to define Israel’s existence as part of Austria’s top national interest, which ...
The Times of Israel12d
Far right likely to be tasked with forming new government in Austria
In the past, Stocker has criticized Kickl, calling him a “security risk” for the country. In its election program titled ...
Middle East Eye11d
Pro-Israel and 'antisemitic': Freedom Party of Austria tasked with forming government
The far-right, pro- Israel Freedom Party of Austria (FPO) has been tasked with forming a government for the first time, ...
Thousands protest in Austria as far-right FPÖ coalition talks kick off
Austria's far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) is currently leading negotiations to form a coalition with the centre-right ÖVP after ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency12d
Far-right party founded by former Nazis is tapped to lead Austria’s government
The Freedom Party won the most votes in national elections in September, but a group of more moderate parties engaged in months-long negotiations to block it from taking power. Austria’s far ...