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BERLIN – Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) has intensified his criticism of a potential coalition government in Berlin, currently being negotiated between the Left Party (Die Linke), the SPD, and the Green Party. In a statement to the Funke Media Group on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Pistorius described such a political alliance as “unimaginable” due to numerous unresolved issues and what he termed “intolerable positions” held by the Left Party.
Pistorius emphasized that while he does not wish to cast general suspicion on all members of the party, he expressed deep concern regarding the presence of individuals within the Berlin branch of the Left Party who are staunch opponents of the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) and national security authorities, including the police and the Office for the Protection of the Constitution.
Security Concerns and Allegations
The Defense Minister went further, highlighting specific apprehensions regarding the party’s connections. According to Pistorius, there are isolated cases where a “suspicious proximity” exists between certain members of the Left Party and individuals linked to criminal clans, as well as sympathizers of radical Hamas supporters. “These are issues that one should certainly reflect upon,” Pistorius stated.
The proposed coalition has been a subject of intense debate within the Social Democratic Party (SPD). Pistorius acknowledged that if the Berlin SPD leadership decides to move forward with the coalition, it will likely trigger heated discussions within the party ranks. However, he noted that the final decision rests with the Berlin SPD state branch, which is expected to hold a membership vote on the matter.
Internal SPD Tensions
Despite the formal process, the Defense Minister indicated that he is well aware of significant unease shared by many members within the Berlin SPD regarding the partnership with the Left Party. The criticism from a high-ranking federal official like Pistorius underscores the political volatility surrounding the formation of the new Berlin government.
Negotiations between the three parties are ongoing, and the potential inclusion of the Left Party remains the most contentious element of the prospective alliance. As the city awaits the outcome of the internal SPD vote, the debate highlights broader national tensions regarding security policy and political cooperation in Germany.
Source: dts Nachrichtenagentur
