German far-right members who allegedly wanted to seize power face trial | DW News

In Germany, nine people suspected of being part of a violent far-right group which allegedly plotted to overthrow the government, are going on trial. Prosecutors say the ringleader was a businessman and German aristocrat called Heinrich Prince Reuss. The alleged conspirators face charges of terrorism and high treason. It's claimed their goal was to install Reuss as a modern-day emperor.

Chapters:
0:00 The events leading to the trial
2:01 Kai Arzheimer, JGU Political science professor
6:15 Giulia Saudelli, DW Correspondent

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