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Mr. Jackson underscored the urgency with which Merz wishes to solidify a governing coalition, stating that there is an imperative for Germany to demonstrate leadership in Europe. He articulated that Merz aims to establish a functioning coalition by Easter, emphasizing that the continent is looking towards Germany for direction during this uncertain period.
While the AfD retains a strong influence, particularly in Eastern Germany, it seems that their alignment with controversial figures, like Mr. Putin, will likely continue to hinder their access to formal governance in Germany for now.