German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed shock after the far-right victory, refusing to submit his resignation. The German leader's position comes at a time of high political tension in the country, following the electoral results that favored the Alternative for Germany party (AfD).
Merz declared that "we cannot continue as if nothing happened," acknowledging the gravity of the current political situation. This statement reflects the growing concern regarding the significant advance of the far-right in the German political landscape.
In this context, the Chancellor announced the promise to implement a set of reforms aimed at stopping the rise of AfD. The main objective of these measures will be to address the concerns that have led many voters to support the far-right party.
The situation places Merz under intense political pressure, forcing him to find a balance between maintaining the stability of his government and effectively responding to the growth of far-right opposition in the country.
