New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- As Germany prepares for its national elections, one party has drawn intense scrutiny both domestically and internationally: the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). The party, which has surged in popularity in recent years, remains isolated in German politics, with mainstream parties refusing to collaborate with it. However, figures such as U.S. Vice President JD Vance and billionaire Elon Musk have publicly supported the AfD, raising concerns about foreign influence on Germany's political landscape.

Founded in 2013, the AfD initially emerged as a protest party against Germany's financial support for European bailouts. However, it quickly evolved into a far-right movement, particularly after Germany's 2015 decis...