Germany investigates increase of soldiers suspected of far-right extremism

Germany's military intelligence head confirms investigations into right-wing extremist soldiers. An increase in right-wing leanings is particularly prevalent in the Special Forces Command, the KSK.

Soldiers of the German army Bundeswehr take part in an exercise during a media day in Munster, Germany September 28, 2018

Soldiers of the German army Bundeswehr take part in an exercise during a media day in Munster, Germany September 28, 2018

(photo credit: FABIAN BIMMER / REUTERS)

ByHANNAH HEPNER

JANUARY 27, 2020 18:34