German far-right leader vows to challenge other parties after strong election results

Alice Weidel, co-leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), stated the party will "chase" other political parties if it enters opposition. The AfD received around 20% of the vote, nearly doubling its 2021 result of 10.4%. The CDU/CSU bloc is currently leading, with its leader Friedrich Merz ruling out a coalition with the AfD. Weidel expressed satisfaction with the party's growth and emphasized their commitment to constructive opposition. Weidel's comments come after exit polls indicated significant support for the AfD, marking a notable increase in their electoral performance.