Germany Adopts Avian Flu Measures

German Government Adopts Far-Right Politician's Radical Avian Flu Measures

In an unexpected turn of events, the German government has announced sweeping measures to combat avian flu, sparked by demands from far-right politician Uwe Schnätzger. His controversial proposals, initially met with satire, have now been adopted by the government, causing a stir among the public and migratory bird populations.

Schnätzger, known for his provocative stunts like eating roast chicken in protest against livestock culling, has gained media attention and support from some AfD backbenchers for his radical demands. He proposes deporting migratory birds without valid landing permits, closing German airspace to feathered traffic, and imposing a lockdown on 'queer' turtle doves. His measures also target long-standing seasonal workers and even descendants of migratory birds, sparing only 'national' greylag geese.

In response to the public's anxieties about avian flu, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced these protective measures. The government plans to use federal police, multirotor drones, and even the Bundeswehr to enforce them. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has been appointed as the chief federal birdcatcher to oversee these operations. However, it's important to note that there is no credible evidence supporting the demand to deport all migratory birds by the end of the month.

The government's decision to implement Schnätzger's demands has raised eyebrows, with critics questioning the effectiveness and proportionality of these measures. While the government aims to address public fears about avian flu, some experts argue that these policies may cause more harm than good to both native and migratory bird populations. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are awaited.