Mass protest against possible FPÖ government participation in Vienna

Von WOM

in Vienna protested thousands of people against a possible government participation in the right FPÖ. Around 25,000 participants were at the meeting that ended in front of the parliament. Signs with inscriptions such as "Dear pimples than Kickl" were worn. FPÖ boss Herbert Kickl was portrayed as a puppet by Vladimir Putin, an allusion to his Kremlin-friendly positions.

The conservative ÖVP does not rule out a collaboration, but provides a condition that Herbert Kickl does not take over any government responsibility. For his part, Kickl raises claims to the Chancellery. Expressions with all party leaders start on Friday. If ÖVP and FPÖ do not reach an agreement, a coalition between the ÖVP and SPÖ is regarded as a possible alternative.

The end result of the election shows that the FPÖ is the strongest party with 28.8 percent. The ÖVP follows with 26.3 percent, followed by the SPÖ with 21.1 percent. A scarce parliamentary majority is expected, which also includes a coalition between the ÖVP, SPÖ and the liberal neos as an option.

The further development of government formation remains to be seen, the political events in Austria is currently shaped by great excitement. You can find detailed reporting on the current events on the website of zdf.de .