German Election Results

The far right AFD gained big, but with about 21% and no one willing to work with the party, its impact will most likely be limited. Instead, Germany seems set for conservative leader Friedrich Merz to be the new chancellor. This is good news for Germany, and good news for Europe. Mr Merz is a friend of the EU and Ukraine. He has, in recent days, spoken out in favour of a stronger European defence not reliant on American backing.