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Merz Accuses AfD Of 'Ethnic Cleansing' Policy And Cancels Trump Call. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has accused the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) of promoting "ethnic cleansing" through its "remigration" policy. Merz told parliament the AfD's plans for large-scale deportations would damage Germany's economy, which relies heavily on millions of immigrant workers. The confrontation followed the AfD's historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt, where it won 44.2% of the vote but fell three seats short of an absolute majority. President Donald Trump congratulated the AfD on its "really big night," claiming Germans had grown tired of immigration policies that had harmed the country. Merz subsequently cancelled a planned phone call with Trump, with his spokesperson reiterating the Chancellor's opposition to foreign interference in German elections. Merz acknowledged Germany still needs to deport more people without permanent residency but stressed that immigrants who work and contribute to the economy are welcome. The Chancellor also accused the AfD of being a "destructive force" and criticised its opposition to German military assistance for Ukraine. Merz further attacked the AfD over its stance on Russia, highlighting its silence over an alleged Russian-planned drone bomb attack at Leipzig airport.
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