German Federal Elections aftermath and growing support for AfD

Six weeks after the German federal elections, dissatisfaction is growing as more Germans shift their support to the populist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, now at 24% support. The CDU/CSU has lost one in six of its voters since the election. Coalition talks with the SPD have led to compromises by CDU leader Friedrich Merz.

German Federal Elections and Possible Return of Conscription

The outcome of the German Federal elections this week may lead to the reintroduction of conscription in Germany due to a shortage of soldiers. Political parties across the spectrum are showing support for some form of mandatory military service.