German Election Shifts Political Landscape as Conservatives Win and Far-Right Gains Ground
Friedrich Merz's CDU secures victory while the far-right AfD rises to become the second-strongest party, reflecting deep divisions and reshaping Germany's future direction.
- The Christian Democratic Union (CDU), led by Friedrich Merz, won Germany's federal election with 28.5% of the vote, marking a conservative victory.
- The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) surged to 20.8%, becoming the second-largest party and highlighting growing regional and generational divides in the country.
- Merz's likely chancellorship signals a focus on European integration, economic reforms, and a gradual move toward defense autonomy from the United States.
- The CDU is expected to form a grand coalition with the Social Democrats (SPD), emphasizing economic recovery, migration policies, and continued support for Ukraine amid shifting global alliances.
- AfD's rise raises concerns over anti-immigration rhetoric and populism, with mainstream parties facing challenges in addressing public discontent without legitimizing far-right positions.
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