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Merkel: AfD won't influence German policy

Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel said Monday nationalist Alternative for Germany, or AfD, won't have any influence on the country's foreign, European and refugee policies.

 

AfD took third place in Sunday's German election following a campaign that centered on harsh criticism of Merkel and her decision to let in large numbers of migrants. Other parties have refused to work with it.

 

Asked whether AfD's performance will affect German policy in any way, Merkel replied Monday: "I don't think so."

 

She added: "The parties that are capable of forming coalitions with each other will seek solutions -- there are of course differences ... but AfD will have no influence."

 


פרסום ראשון: 09.25.17, 15:25