AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAfD Shockwaves in Saxony-Anhalt: Germany’s far-right AfD surged to 43.8% in the Sept. 6 state election, leaving it just short of an absolute majority and putting it within reach of power—sparking street protests, fierce Bundestag clashes, and renewed debate over whether the “firewall” can hold. Merz vs. Trump: Hours after Trump praised the AfD and blamed Germany’s “horrible” immigration policies, Chancellor Friedrich Merz cancelled a scheduled phone call with Donald Trump; Merz also warned a ban wouldn’t fix what voters want. Ukraine Rift: Merz and AfD co-leader Alice Weidel traded accusations in parliament over Ukraine, with Russia claiming Germany is using anti-Russian sentiment to sway voters. EU Budget Fight: Merz backed hundreds of billions in cuts to the EU’s next long-term budget, arguing it’s unaffordable amid domestic restraint. Crypto Tax Change: Germany is moving to end the tax-free perk for long-held Bitcoin bought after Dec. 31, 2026, with a 25% levy likely from 2027. Security & Sabotage: Germany continues tightening defenses after alleged Russian-linked sabotage, while a bat rabies case was confirmed in Landkreis Bergstraße with low human risk. Local Crime: One person was killed in a knife attack at a supermarket in Ratzeburg, Schleswig-Holstein.
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