First Chechen Muslim far-right German politician in spotlight
Noah Krieger, a Chechen-born politician and member of Germany’s far-right opposition party Alternative for Germany (AfD), has drawn widespread attention
MOSCOW (MNTV) — Noah Krieger, a Chechen-born politician and member of Germany’s far-right opposition party Alternative for Germany (AfD), has drawn widespread attention for combining Muslim identity with nationalist messaging, pro-Russian rhetoric, and highly stylized personal branding.
Krieger refers to himself online as “Noah the Warrior” in Russian and claims to be the first Chechen to enter German politics, although other Chechen-origin politicians, including Bela Bakhaeva, have previously held public office.
A member of the AfD for just over a year, Krieger has built a large social media following, amassing roughly 435,000 Instagram followers, a figure that exceeds many well-known German political figures.
In his posts and interviews, Krieger presents himself as a fully integrated German Muslim while posting imagery associated with German militarism, including vintage Wehrmacht-style belt buckles, references to the first stanza of the pre-World War II German national anthem, and the use of the word “Kameraden,” a term historically linked to Nazi-era networks.
“Our party is pro-Russian, and I personally am very pleased that it is pro-Russian,” Krieger said, while displaying both German and Russian flags on his Instagram account. He has publicly praised Russian President Vladimir Putin, supported the resumption of cheap Russian gas supplies, and criticized Western sanctions.
Krieger frequently attacks Germany’s current political leadership, claiming the country is “under America” because of NATO facilities such as Ramstein Air Base. He has called for deporting migrants he describes as unable to “behave properly” and has used highly controversial language about “cleansing” Germany of what he calls “unworthy” individuals.
He cultivates a carefully staged lifestyle image reminiscent of Germany’s Weimar-era elite culture, hosting musical gatherings at his villa in Hanover, wearing tailored coats and felt hats, and presenting himself as both aristocratic and rebellious.
Analysts say Krieger’s blending of ethnic origin, religious identity, far-right nationalism, and social media influence reflects a new wave of populist politics in Germany, taking place amid heightened debate over migration, national identity, relations with Russia, and historical memory.
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