Funeral's Unconventional Music Choice: Gudenus Triumphs over "Standard" with "SS-Song"
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Feuds continue for daily Austrian paper, "Der Standard," as another court case emerges due to a reported funeral incident. In January, three FPOE politicians scored a victory in a defamation trial's initial ruling. Now, Johann Gudenus, a former member of the Freedom Party, has followed suit, according to the Vienna Regional Criminal Court.
The controversy revolves around a fraternity member's funeral held at Hernals cemetery on September 27, 2024. At his behest, the song "Wenn alle untreu werden" was sung. The media outlet "Der Standard" claimed in a subsequent report that Graf, Stefan, Nemeth (active FPOE politicians at the time), and Gudenus remained present despite the alleged "SS Treason Song" being sung at the open grave.
Those at the funeral argued that the version sung there was merely an older one, with the song being adapted by the SS later. Yet, the immunity of the three active politicians was revoked by the National Council in December, granting the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office permission to investigate potential breaches of the Prohibition Act.
Settlement and Court Ruling's Publication
Graf, Stefan, and Nemeth already won their case under the Media Act's first ruling, which deemed several articles defamatory. The plaintiffs were awarded a combined €20,250 in compensation. Gudenus, a former politically active individual, initiated a separate lawsuit. On Monday, "Der Standard" was ordered to publish the judgment, pay compensation, and cover costs. The newspaper appealed the ruling in full.
Insights:
In this ongoing controversy, Gudenus, Graf, Stefan, and Nemeth are FPOE figures involved in a defamation case related to a funeral song incident. However, it's essential to note that, as of my knowledge cutoff in December 2023, there is no substantial evidence of a high-profile, internationally reported defamation case involving "Der Standard" and the named individuals, linking it to a "controversial song at a funeral" (source: limited media coverage).
- Johann Gudenus: Has faced legal issues in the past but not defamation cases specifically tied to a song.
- Martin Graf: Linked to far-right controversies but no recent defamation suits with broad media coverage.
- Harald Stefan/Norbert Nemeth: FPOE politicians with limited international media presence for events matching this description.
- Der Standard: Known for occasional lawsuits, but nothing matching this exact scenario.
Possible Explanations:- Niche or Localized Dispute: The incident could be a regional issue or an older event with limited international coverage.- Mixed Details: The case might combine elements from multiple controversies, such as FPÖ's history of extreme symbolism or disputes over memorial practices.
For a more recent status, consult Austrian legal databases, like Justiz-Online, or check updates from Austrian outlets like Der Standard, Kurier, or Kleine Zeitung. Specific details like case names, dates, or litigants can help narrow the search.
If this concerns a post-2023 event, explore sources beyond my current knowledge cutoff. I can help guide you in locating these materials.
- In a similar legal dispute, Johann Gudenus, a former Freedom Party (FPOE) member, filed a separate lawsuit against "Der Standard" following the initial ruling of a defamation trial in January.
- The controversy over a funeral event at Hernals cemetery in September 2024 is linked to Martin Graf, Harald Stefan, and Norbert Nemeth, all active FPOE politicians at the time, as the media outlet "Der Standard" alleged their presence during the singing of a controversial song at an open grave.
- Although Graf, Stefan, and Nemeth won an earlier case under the Media Act, with several articles deemed defamatory and awarded financial compensation of €20,250, the recent case involving Gudenus is still ongoing and has resulted in a court order for "Der Standard" to publish the judgment and pay additional compensation.
- As of the current knowledge cutoff in December 2023, the specific high-profile, internationally reported defamation case related to "Der Standard" and these individuals regarding the controversial song at the funeral has limited coverage in media sources.
- In terms of ongoing or more recent events, it is recommended to consult Austrian legal databases, such as Justiz-Online, or check updates from Austrian outlets like Der Standard, Kurier, or Kleine Zeitung for the latest developments in the case.
