The far-right group has learned to communicate in a country where traditional media no longer shape public opinion.

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Leadership from Berlin will be essential to safeguard Europe against Russia and ward off election interference from America.

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A sense of urgency is rising as parties on the extreme right and left may be able to block defense spending when Germany’s ...

If he wants an effective governing majority, Chancellor Friedrich Merz must invite the AfD into the government.