Wagenknecht flirts with Germany's AfD, hinting at cooperation

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Sahra Wagenknecht, leader of a radical left-wing party in Germany, is signaling potential openness to the far-right AfD party, sparking speculation about future alliances. This has raised concerns about the political landscape. Wagenknecht's ambiguous statements, despite officially ruling out cooperation, suggest a possible shift. The AfD, while gaining significant support, currently faces isolation. Discussions between the two parties regarding changing majorities have been hinted at. This potential shift comes as the AfD seeks to gain power in regional elections. The AfD is the second-largest party in the Bundestag, but other parties are unwilling to form coalitions with them.


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