Lovitură pentru Merz în alegerile regionale din Germania: AfD obține o nouă victorie în est, iar Die Linke conduce la Berlin

Initial estimates from the regional elections in Germany show significant changes, with Die Linke leading in Berlin and AfD in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed concern over CDU's poor performance, describing the results as disastrous. In Berlin, Die Linke is projected to receive 24.5% of the votes, while CDU follows with 20%. In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, AfD leads with 37%, closely followed by SPD at 35.5%. The elections are seen as a crucial test for Merz's leadership amid declining support for CDU. Voter turnout has increased compared to previous elections, indicating heightened interest in the outcomes, which could impact national politics.