Tuesday briefing: What happens next after Germany’s far-right breakthrough?

Tuesday briefing: What happens next after Germany’s far-right breakthrough?

Germany’s far‑right Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured a surprising win in recent local elections, marking its first major breakthrough at the municipal level. The result has unsettled European observers and prompted discussions on strategies to address the party’s growing influence. Analysts consider the outcome a test for mainstream parties and for policies aimed at curbing extremist politics.