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German Elections Test Chancellor Merz Amid Rising Far-Right Support
Polling stations opened in two German states as the far-right AfD party is expected to gain ground, posing a challenge to Chancellor Friedrich Merz's leadership. The elections come after a significant defeat for Merz's party, raising concerns about its future and the political landscape in Germany.
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