German election: Conservatives eye victory as far-right AfD gains ground in polarised contest

Sunday's vote comes at a time of upheaval for Europe and its biggest economy as US President Donald Trump has ended a united Western stance on the Ukraine conflict by reaching out to Russia. read more Counter-marchers protest against a march of extreme right supporters, on February 22, 2025 in Berlin, one day before general elections. Image- AFP Germany's political leaders are making a last-minute push for votes ahead of Sunday's crucial election, a contest that is being considered to have major implications not only for Germany but for all of Europe. Conservative frontrunner Friedrich Merz assured supporters that his…