In a significant move against the so-called Reichsbürger and Selbstverwalter, German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has banned the association 'Kingdom of Germany'. The ministry stated that the association's purpose and activities contravene criminal laws and are directed against the constitutional order. This action marks a decisive step in the government's efforts to dismantle groups that challenge the state's monopoly on the use of force and its legal framework.

Authorities conducted raids across several federal states, including Baden-Württemberg, Lower Saxony, and Saxony, targeting properties linked to the 'Kingdom of Germany' and residences of its leading members. The operation aimed to seize assets and gather evidence of the group's anti-constitutional objectives. The federal prosecutor's office announced the arrest of four alleged ringleaders, among them the founder, Peter Fitzek, highlighting the group's alleged economic crimes and its establishment of a 'counter-state' within Germany.

The 'Kingdom of Germany', which claims around 6,000 followers nationwide, though authorities estimate a much lower figure, has been under scrutiny for its activities that undermine the legal order. The group's narrative includes anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, further complicating its relationship with the state. The recent crackdown reflects the government's determination to confront such movements head-on, ensuring the integrity of Germany's constitutional democracy.

While the 'Kingdom of Germany' has a presence in several regions, its activities in states like Bremen and Lower Saxony appear limited, with no significant leadership structures in place. The nationwide operation, involving over 800 officers, underscores the scale of the challenge posed by such groups and the authorities' commitment to upholding the rule of law. As the legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains on dismantling the networks that sustain these anti-constitutional movements, safeguarding the democratic order.