# Merz warns extremism is entering German parliaments after AfD victory

https://mins.news/en/item/90050

- TRT World, 2026-10-07 16:33 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.trtworld.com/article/5bc49c4f373e

> Following the AfD’s victory, Merz warned that extremism is gaining a foothold in German parliaments. He urged politicians to reject cooperation with the party, saying its growing presence challenges Germany’s democratic system.

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