Merkel's End of Year Speech Reminds of the Threats of the Anti-Islamic Movement

DDHK News, Germany - German Chancellor Angela Merkel in her year-end address called for European unity. Considering the rampant anti-Islamic demonstrations in Germany, the Chancellor also warned of the threat of racism and foreign hatred.

European unity took center stage in German chancellor Angela Merkel's year-end address. In addition, the rampant demonstrations of the Anti-Islam movement and the hatred of foreigners initiated by Pegida made Merkel specifically warn of the threat of such acts of racism.

He also emphasized that the resolution of the crisis in Ukraine depends on this. "We want to maintain European security with Russia, not against Russia," said the German chancellor.

Europe must defend its peaceful order and values. In 2014 Europe experienced tough challenges that had not emerged for a long time, related to the question of how to maintain basic values ​​related to a common peace order. Besides that, Chancellor Merkel also discussed various other actual problems.

ISIS Threatens European Values

Islamic State terror militias in Syria and Iraq-ISIS pose a threat to Europe's basic values. "The terror group in 2014 hunted down all those who did not agree with its claim of power, and brutally killed some of its opponents," said Merkel.

Assistance for Refugees

Considering various conflicts and wars around the world, Merkel promised assistance to refugees. "We should help and provide a place for refugees who seek protection," he said. It was said, without being affected by the problem of refugees, Germany also saw quality immigrants as an advantage for all citizens.

Sharp warning of anti-foreigners demonstrations

Merkel also strongly warned supporters of the Anti-Islam movement group "Pegida". He called on German citizens not to be influenced and become an instrument of initiators who want to discriminate against people based on their religion or skin color. The German Chancellor stressed that you should not follow Pegida's actions, which are full of prejudice and hatred towards foreigners.

Together we strong

To the citizens of Germany, Merkel gives a spirit of courage to enter 2015 with togetherness. “In 2015 we should keep holding hands to strengthen togetherness. That way, we can overcome future challenges, such as the digital revolution that fundamentally changes the lives of all citizens, "he added.

With regard to the rotating position of chairman of the G-7 group of industrialized countries which Germany will hold in 2015, Chancellor Merkel announced that the focus of her program is climate protection. The goal is: there must be a new, binding climate protection agreement. (dw.de). *