Regional elections in Germany: a challenge for Friedrich Merz

Friedrich Merz and the German Government face their greatest challenge in the regional elections. The ultra-right of AfD achieved a historic triumph with 44% in Saxony-Anhalt, while the CDU is weakened. What is at stake for the political future of Germany?

Published on RocksNews

20 Sept 2026, 14:05 UTC

Updated

20 Sept 2026, 15:07 UTC

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English (Original language: Spanish)