Polling stations open across Germany with shift to right expected
Germany's national election is likely to see a significant shift to the right, as polls suggest that Friedrich Merz's conservatives will regain power and the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) will score its best ever result. The country's economic struggles have contributed to a growing sense of discontent among voters, who are looking for change. As the election results become clear, it remains to be seen how this shift in politics will impact Germany's relationships with other European countries.
- This election marks a significant turning point in German history, as the country's traditional center-left parties struggle to regain traction in the face of economic uncertainty and social discontent.
- How will Germany's new right-wing government navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries within Europe, particularly given its strained relationships with France and other key European partners?