German election 2025 ++++++ German voters elect a new lower house of parliament on Sunday with migration, the economy and conflict on their minds. © 2025 Deutsche Welle

Is German parliament becoming politically fragmented? Grzegorz Szymanowski 4 hours ago4 hours ago The number of parties vying for seats in the German parliament is on the rise. While this reflects a diverse political landscape, it also brings challenges: forming a stable majority and creating a functional government is becoming increasingly difficult. https://www.dw.com/en/is-german-parliament-becoming-politically-fragmented/video-71542422 © 2025 Deutsche Welle German far-right surges ahead of vote with backing from Musk Matthew Moore 8 hours ago8 hours ago Polls indicate that Germany's upcoming vote is likely to shift the country to the right. Despite voter concerns about a sluggish economy, the election has been dominated by immigration and crime. https://www.dw.com/en/german-far-right-surges-ahead-of-election/video-71694767 © 2025 Deutsche Welle Germany's poorest city tries to counter rise of AfD party Oliver Pieper 22 hours ago22 hours ago Germany's Ruhr area used to be a Social Democrat stronghold, but the right-wing AfD party has risen to popularity amid the region's economic decline. In one city — Gelsenkirchen — individuals are resisting the trend. https://www.dw.com/en/germanys-poorest-city-fights-afd-party-surge/a-71686971 © 2025 Deutsche Welle Immigration could be decisive factor in German election Alex Gerst 02/20/2025February 20, 2025 Many German voters want to see stricter measures to curb irregular migration. While parties have responded, some argue their proposals go too far. https://www.dw.com/en/migration-policy-could-be-decisive-factor-in-german-election/video-71684757 © 2025 Deutsche Welle Germany's new government will face foreign policy challenges Jens Thurau 02/19/2025February 19, 2025 As the US scales back its commitments to European defense, Germany will have to step up to the plate. https://www.dw.com/en/new-german-government-will-face-foreign-policy-challenges/a-71677215 © 2025 Deutsche Welle What does a skilled labor shortage mean for Germany? Felix Pauschinger 02/19/2025February 19, 2025 Without the immigration of skilled workers, Germany's prosperity is at risk. It's a major topic in the election campaign. https://www.dw.com/en/what-does-a-skilled-labor-shortage-mean-for-germany/video-71597643 © 2025 Deutsche Welle