As the chancellor struggles at home and the opposition AfD rises ahead of key elections, the Russian president is moving to undermine one of his biggest adversaries.
Merz’s comeback tour descends into shambles
The chancellor’s attempts to revive his flagging popularity are backfiring.
May 12
8 mins read
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