Erosion of Germany's political centre exposes Merz's weakening grip on power
The CDU’s support has fallen in three recent regional votes as the AfD became the largest party in two states, officials said.
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The CDU's string of electoral defeats and the rise of the AfD have drawn attention in Brussels. European officials and analysts are assessing what consequences the political weakening of Friedrich Merz could have on the EU and support for Ukraine.
FOLLOWING the election defeats of the CDU and the success of the AfD, the political situation in Germany is being closely monitored in Brussels. European partners are wondering whether the domestic political weakening could affect Germany's role in the EU.
CDU losses in German regional elections raise concerns about new seven-year budget and Berlin’s ability to play a leading role on common EU agenda - What European officials tell the Financial Times
The ultra-right and radical left of Germany recorded strong advances in Sunday's state elections, exposing once again the erosion of the political centre in Europe's largest economy, as well as the weakening of Prime Minister Friedrich Merz's control over power. Read also: Germany's award suffers pressure after further defeat for ultra-right in the regional election See five conclusions of the regional elections in Germany The Alternative to Ger…
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