A far-right leader could soon take the helm in EU member country Austria. Here's why it matters
VIENNA, Austria — A party that advocates an end to economic sanctions against Russia and has called for the “re-migration of uninvited foreigners” could soon give Austria its first government led by the far right since World War II, with a leader who has a provocative style at its helm.
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A far-right leader could soon take the helm in EU member Austria. Here's why it matters
A party that advocates an end to economic sanctions against Russia and has called for the “remigration of uninvited foreigners” could soon give Austria its first government headed by the far right since World War II,
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