Economy
Europe Today: AfD's win piles pressure on Merz as Ukraine scrambles to fund the war
On 2026-09-08, Chancellor Merz is under increasing pressure following the Alternative for Germany (AfD)'s historic electoral victory in Saxony-Anhalt. The result has intensified scrutiny of Merz's leadership. Meanwhile, Ukraine is struggling with significant economic challenges as it seeks to maintain funding for its ongoing war against Russia. In Serbia, thousands of people attended the elaborate funeral of Ratko Mladić yesterday, highlighting continued divisions in the region. The developments reflect mounting political and economic tensions across Europe.
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