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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz canceled his UN General Assembly trip to manage a severe political crisis as his CDU party faces potential defeat in regional elections.

Following a major electoral defeat, CDU leader Friedrich Merz called for fundamental reforms in Germany. Meanwhile, Jewish leaders expressed deep concern over the rise of the far-right AfD party, warning of its radical stance and antisemitic rhetoric.

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured a historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt with 44.5% of the vote. Friedrich Merz's CDU suffered a major defeat, collapsing to 18.5% in its long-time stronghold.