The Controversial Life of Horst Mahler: From Extremist Circles to Political Pariahs
Horst Mahler, a pivotal figure in German extremist movements, has died at 89. Initially a founder of the Red Army Faction, Mahler later embraced far-right ideologies and faced numerous legal convictions, including for Holocaust denial. His life reflected a dramatic ideological shift, punctuated by legal trials and imprisonment.
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Horst Mahler, notable for his extreme ideological shifts, has passed away at 89. Initially, Mahler was a central figure in the formation of the left-wing Red Army Faction.
Born in 1936, Mahler's journey was marked by a drastic conversion from left-wing militancy to far-right extremism, earning multiple convictions.
His life story is a complex tale of radical transformations, legal challenges, and contentious beliefs, illustrating the turbulent political landscape of post-war Germany.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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