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The News
Polling is underway in the German capital Berlin and the largely rural state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania for regional elections. Both elections are seen as a test for Germany's centre-right Chancellor Friedrich Merz. He has already scheduled a crisis meeting and decided to skip this week's UN General Assembly to deal with the potential fallout. Could he be forced to step down based on the election’s results?
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
From an analytical perspective, these local elections offer an opportunity to gauge the strength of the moderate right in Germany. In a broader context, Germany is facing increasing political and economic challenges, making these elections crucial for the future of the current government.