Friedrich Merz is now on borrowed time. But that’s not why the AfD’s triumph is seismic | Jörg Lau
German politics faces a turning point as the far‑right Alternative for Germany (AfD) makes significant gains, putting pressure on the conservative leader Friedrich Merz, whose tenure may be short‑lived. Commentator Jörg Lau argues that the post‑war anti‑fascist consensus, a cornerstone of Germany’s democratic identity, is being challenged by the party’s rise and could reshape the political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.