Germany news: Far-right AfD makes push in district elections

Sunday's district polls are seen as a barometer for elections in eastern states in September. Meanwhile, Chancellor Merz is headed to London to discuss the Ukraine war as Putin rejects face-to-face talks. DW has more.

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Germany news: Far-right AfD makes push in district elections

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