Thuringia's justice system is under strain as the AfD party blocks the formation of key judicial committees, halting the appointment of judges and prosecutors.

This political deadlock has raised concerns about the state's ability to uphold the rule of law.

However, a new legal opinion commissioned by Justice Minister Beate Meißner offers a solution.

The report concludes that committees from the previous legislative period can continue to function, allowing judicial appointments to proceed.

This workaround aims to prevent the AfD from using its parliamentary minority to paralyze the justice system.

Meißner emphasized the urgency of filling 20-30 vacant judicial positions to maintain the system's functionality.

The AfD, meanwhile, insists on concessions from other parties, further complicating the situation.