A gathering of European far-right activists took place in the EUR district of Rome, bringing together neo-fascist movements from across the continent.
The event was organized by the Alliance for Peace and Freedom, a coalition of ultranationalist groups.
Key figures and participants
The network is led by Roberto Fiore, founder of the Italian movement Forza Nuova.
Around 100 participants attended the meeting, including activists from several European countries. Speakers included:
- Zois Bechlis (linked to the K21 movement in Greece)
- Misha Vacic
- Claus Cremer, associated with the German party Heimat (formerly NPD)
Symbols and rhetoric
According to reports, the gathering featured:
- Roman salutes
- Celtic crosses, a symbol often associated with far-right movements
- slogans referencing “identity,” “race,” and “sovereignty”
Speeches included strong opposition to:
- Israel and U.S. foreign policy
- immigration in Europe
- what participants described as a loss of national identity
Some speakers framed their positions as “anti-Zionist, not antisemitic”, although remarks reported from the event included rhetoric widely viewed as extreme and conspiratorial.
Political messaging and contradictions
The central theme of the meeting was opposition to what participants called a “war for Israel”, combined with expressions of support for the Iranian population while simultaneously criticizing the Iranian regime.
Observers noted internal contradictions in messaging, including:
- claims to defend women’s rights while opposing abortion
- criticism of authoritarian regimes alongside admiration for nationalist strong states
Security and monitoring
The event took place under police supervision, with officers from Italy’s security services (including DIGOS) deployed around the venue.
Broader context
This gathering reflects:
- ongoing coordination between far-right movements across Europe
- the use of geopolitical conflicts to mobilize ideological narratives
- continued concerns about the visibility of extremist symbols and rhetoric in public events
While such meetings are legal in many contexts, they are closely monitored due to their potential links to radicalization and extremist networks.
