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Germany Votes in Pivotal Election with Far-Right Poised for Historic Gains

German voters participated in significant elections, with Friedrich Merz and the center-right opposition favored to win, polling between 28-32% support.
The far-right Alternative for Germany is projected to achieve its best-ever result at around 20%, amid rising concerns over immigration.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition collapsed, leading to elections originally planned for seven months later, with his party polling 14-16%, the lowest postwar result.
Merz promised stricter immigration policies and a tough rightward shift if elected. Scholz accused Merz of 'irresponsible gambling.

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