On April 11, 2025, the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Buchenwald concentration camp was commemorated in Weimar, Germany. Notable attendees included politicians, Holocaust survivors, and descendants, with speeches emphasizing the dangers of rising far-right movements. Former German president Christian Wulff warned against the 'brutalization and radicalization' coinciding with a global rightward shift. He expressed concern about the far-right ideology's influence on societal comfort and safety. Survivor attendance was limited, underlining the urgency of preserving Holocaust remembrance amid growing extremism.
In his speech, Wulff said that the comparison between the time before World War Two and current global shift to the right makes him "uneasy." He emphasized that evil must never be allowed to prevail again.
Wulff also spoke about the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, stating that its ideology creates a breeding ground for fear and discomfort within Germany.
Up to 10 survivors from various countries attended this year's ceremony, symbolizing the diminishing number of those who lived through the horrors of Buchenwald.
The Buchenwald concentration camp serves as a stark reminder of a past that must not be forgotten, particularly in light of rising far-right sentiment today.
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