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The Latest: Merz wins Germany’s election while AfD makes historic gains

German voters cast their ballots in Sunday’s election, with opposition leader Friedrich Merz claiming victory and Chancellor Olaf Scholz conceding defeat. Alternative for Germany, or AfD, is heading for the strongest showing for a far-right party since World War II. The election came as Germany and the rest of Europe grapple with the new Trump […]



In Germany's recent election, opposition leader Friedrich Merz secured victory, while the far-right party AfD achieved its highest-ever vote share, marking the strongest showing for a far-right party since WWII. Chancellor Olaf Scholz conceded defeat, and the election results underscored significant challenges for Europe amid tensions with the U.S. and Russia. President Trump praised the outcome, while Austria's far-right leader congratulated AfD's success. Merz aims to form a government by Easter but faces challenges in coalition-building, as other parties have ruled out working with AfD. Scholz criticized AfD's gains, highlighting the potential shift in Germany's political landscape.

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