Netherlands Hungary Plan Antifa Terrorist Designation Following US Move

Following President Donald Trump's designation of Antifa as a terrorist organization in the United States, the Netherlands and Hungary are moving to formally classify the far-left movement as a terrorist group. In the Netherlands, the parliament passed a motion led by Geert Wilders urging the government to take this step, citing threats, violence, and intimidation by Antifa cells against politicians, journalists, and students. Similarly, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced Hungary's intention to follow the U.S. lead, highlighting incidents of violent attacks linked to Antifa activists and criticizing European Parliament member Ilaria Salis for her alleged ties to the group. The designation would grant authorities increased powers for surveillance, prosecution, and counterterrorism measures in both countries. These actions reflect a growing conservative push across Europe and the U.S. to address what they perceive as escalating left-wing political violence under the guise of activism. The developments mark a significant shift in how Antifa is addressed legally and politically on both continents.