Merz Wins in Germany as AfD Makes Historic Gains
Friedrich Merz’s conservatives claim victory in Germany's national election, with opposition leader Merz saying he wants to form a government by Easter. Early exit polls show AfD nearly doubling its support and making historic gains. The conservative bloc's ability to govern remains uncertain, with doubts emerging about the party's capacity to put together a coalition.
- Merz's victory highlights the growing importance of European politics in shaping global security and defense policies, particularly as NATO faces challenges from Russia and other nations.
- How will Germany's new government address the rising tensions between Europe and the US, and what implications might this have for transatlantic relations?