Austria: Sebastian Kurz Election Victory Signals Rightward Shift

Austria Bans Turkish Minister from Entering the Country to Mark Coup Bid Anniversary

Austrian authorities say they are banning Turkey’s Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci from entering the country to attend a rally marking the anniversary of last year's failed coup. However, Zeybekci denies he tried to go to Austria.

Austria Seizes Hitler's House

Austria's Constitutional Court has upheld the law that permits the compulsory purchase of the house in which Adolf Hitler was born.

WWII Survivor Warns of Socialism and Gun Control – Must Watch

Kitty Werthmann, an Austrian World War II survivor, gives her account of Hitler's takeover of Austria. The similarities to today's left and their "progressive agenda", are staggering!

Germany, Austria Warn US against Imposing New Sanctions on Russia

Plans for new US sanctions to be levied against Russia have been met with anger in Germany, as officials say they are intended to hinder a joint Moscow-Europe gas pipeline.

Austrian Court Approves Extradition of Ukrainian Tycoon Dmytro Firtash

THE TELEGRAPH: An Austrian court on Tuesday approved a US request to extradite a Ukrainian billionaire with ties to an associate of Donald Trump to face trial on bribery charges, in a move that could test the White House's relationship with Russia. » | Roland Oliphant, Moscow | Tuesday, February 21, 2017

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The leader of Austria's Freedom party, the FPÖ, has called for a crackdown on what he calls the Islamisation of the country. RT asked two commentators with distinctly opposing views to comment on the FPÖ's initiative.

Muslims Want ‘Islamic Conquest of Europe’, Austrian Cardinal Says (Debate)

Many Muslims would be glad to see Europe conquered by Islam, an Austrian cardinal and leading future candidate for the papacy said. He also warned that the Christian heritage of Europe risked disappearing, with the statements raising much controversy online.

Either Europe Changes the Rules, Or We Lose the EU – Norbert Hofer

Although Austria’s right-wing presidential candidate was defeated in a close election, his success has sent ripples of panic across the EU. As anti-establishment politicians gain momentum across the bloc, many predict a political storm gathering in Europe. With the victory of Donald Trump in America’s presidential election emboldening right-wing politicians, will we see a new mainstream take over the European Union? We ask the Freedom Party’s presidential candidate in Austria’s 2016 election and the third president of the National Council – Norbert Hofer.

Far-right Has Second Chance in Austria’s Election Re-run

Austria is a country divided, at least as far as the presidential runoff goes. This is a re-run of an election held six months ago and so far the count is too close to call.

Europe's Next Worries: High Stakes in Italy Constitutional Referendum; Populist Surge ahead of Votes in Italy, Austria

Far-right at the Gates of Power in Austria

Far-right Leader Ahead in Austria Presidential Polls

Austrians are set to vote in presidential election on Sunday that will decide the fate of far-right leader Norbert Hofer. If the vote goes his way, Hofer could become Europe's first freely-elected far-right leader since World War Two.

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Anti-Russian Sanctions Not Useful, Have to End Them – Austrian Presidential Candidate Norbert Hofer

Austrian presidential candidate, Norbert Hofer, tells RT about his plans to boost cooperation with Russia - if he wins Sunday's vote.

The Rise of Vienna's Far Right (2011)

My Last Vote – About the Austrian Presidential Elections

“This is probably the last election for me.“ Gertrude, 89, pensioner from Vienna asked us to publish this video statement.“

The Nazi Officer's Wife

The Nazi Officer's Wife: How One Jewish Woman Survived the Holocaust is a 1999 autobiography by Austrian-born Edith Hahn-Beer. Written with the help of Susan Dworkin, the book's first edition was published by Rob Weibach Books and William Morrow and Company. A documentary film based on the source material and starring Hahn-Beer herself was released in 2003.

Muslims Want ‘Islamic Conquest of Europe’, Austrian Cardinal Says

Many Muslims would be glad to see Europe conquered by Islam, an Austrian cardinal and leading future candidate for the papacy said. He also warned that the Christian heritage of Europe risked disappearing, with the statements raising much controversy online.

Sparks Fly between Turkey and Austria | DW News (August 2016)

Turkey’s ongoing crackdown after last month’s failed coup has been criticized by European nations, in particular Austria, which called for an end to EU accession talks with Ankara. The Turkish government responded sharply to the remarks from Vienna.