Germany State Elections Test Far-Right AfD's Rise

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Germany is bracing for two key state elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The far-right AfD party, buoyed by its recent best-ever result, is seeking to achieve further significant gains. This surge in anti-immigration sentiment poses a considerable challenge for Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Both elections are expected to serve as a crucial test of his leadership and the current political direction.