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AfD Surge Tests Germany’s Center as Saxony‑Anhalt Win Piles Pressure on Merz

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is scrambling after the AfD won a near‑majority in Saxony‑Anhalt.

Merz Tells U.S. to Stay Out as He Appeals Directly to AfD Voters

Merz Warns Young Germans Off U.S. Study and Work

Merz Faces Coalition Rift as Far Right AfD Tops National Poll

Merz and Trump Begin Cordial Oval Office Talks on Ukraine, Trade and Defense

Merz to Meet Trump at White House June 5 for Talks on Ukraine and Trade