Germany news: Merz rails against extremism, AfD sympathizers
Political extremism threatens Germany's existing social order, Chancellor Merz has said.
DW reports: Political extremism threatens Germany's existing social order, Chancellor Merz has said.
The Transport Ministry has proposed a five-year plan to improve Germany's ailing railroad infrastructure.
This world story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include AfD, Chancellor Merz and Transport Ministry.
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