Seven political candidates from Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party have died in the past two weeks, sparking growing concern and public debate across the country.
Local reports confirmed that four deaths were initially attributed to natural causes. However, with the number now at seven, the situation has drawn increased attention just days before Germany’s local elections.
The first reports surfaced earlier this week when German outlets noted the deaths of four AfD candidates.
Authorities described each case as the result of natural causes. The official statements did little to calm speculation, particularly among party supporters and online commentators. This week’s news brought the total to seven.
The additional deaths further fueled suspicions that the events may not be coincidental.
Economist Stefan Homburg shared his view on social media, calling the wave of losses “statistically impossible.”
Alice Weidel, leader of the AfD, has not issued a formal statement addressing the deaths. However, she reposted Homburg’s comment to her own account.
The timing of the deaths has drawn attention nationwide because Germany is set to hold local elections in less than two weeks.
With AfD candidates dying in rapid succession, the political atmosphere has grown tense and uncertain.
The AfD has long been a controversial force in German politics. Founded in 2013, the party has steadily grown in strength over the past decade.
Once considered a fringe group, it has since developed into the country’s second-most popular political party. The party has distinguished itself by openly challenging Germany’s migration policies, per Rift News reporting.
While other major parties avoid direct criticism of immigration, the AfD has consistently made it a central issue of its platform.
This stance has helped the party gain a loyal voter base while drawing strong opposition from political rivals.
Critics of Germany’s political establishment argue that the refusal of other parties to debate migration policies has created a one-sided environment.
They point to the AfD as the only major party willing to challenge prevailing government policies.
The rise of AfD has therefore been met with both growing support and intense resistance.
The recent deaths of AfD candidates have only intensified these divisions. While officials continue to cite natural causes, skepticism is widespread.
Many Germans have begun asking whether the deaths are a coincidence or something more deliberate.
The phrase “statistically impossible” has become a rallying point for supporters questioning the official narrative.
Online discussions have surged, with users citing the unusual concentration of deaths within a short period of time.
Despite rising speculation, German authorities have not offered further comment beyond their initial findings.
No investigations beyond standard procedures have been announced at this time, Rift reported. The lack of additional information has added to public frustration.
Polls show that the AfD has been gaining momentum across the country. This growth has positioned the party as a serious contender in upcoming federal elections.
Every major party has pledged not to enter into coalition agreements with the AfD.
This isolation has not prevented the party from growing in popularity but has limited its ability to exercise influence within governing bodies.
Calls for further investigation are mounting, and the situation continues to develop as the nation heads toward the polls.
