Party co-leader Alice Weidel accused Merz on Monday of failing to take the problem of Islamist extremism and “migrant violence” seriously. “Merz remains silent on Islamism – we are ready to take action!” she posted on X.

 

Party co-leader Alice Weidel accused Merz on Monday of failing to take the problem of Islamist extremism and “migrant violence” seriously. “Merz remains silent on Islamism – we are ready to take action!” she posted on X.

Alice Weidel, co-leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), issued this public attack against Conservative Chancellor Friedrich Merz on July 27, 2026.

The Context Behind the Statement

• The Catalyst: Her social media post followed a deadly attack on a Pride parade in Berlin. []
• The Political Response: While Chancellor Merz promised to handle safety gaps with "prudence but also determination," the AfD seized on the event to criticize the government's approach to national security.
• Immigration Debate: The tragedy re-ignited intense friction surrounding Germany's migration policies and the perceived threat of Islamist radicalism.
• Upcoming Elections: The criticism comes at a high-stakes moment, with the AfD actively mobilizing voters ahead of three crucial state elections where the party is leading strongly in national opinion polls.