Overview

• Thuringia, Saxony, and Brandenburg are undergoing intricate coalition negotiations involving CDU, SPD, and Sahra Wagenknecht's BSW party.
• Eastern state leaders are pushing for a shift in Ukraine policy, advocating for a ceasefire and reduced military rhetoric, which has drawn criticism from some national politicians.
• In Thuringia, a potential coalition faces hurdles due to SPD's concerns over collaborating with BSW and the need for support from the Left Party.
• Saxony's coalition talks are strained by disagreements over a proposed inquiry into past COVID-19 policies and power struggles within the CDU.
• Brandenburg's negotiations appear smoother, with SPD and BSW focusing on education, migration, and Ukraine policy, though longer discussions are expected.