Alternative for Germany (AfD)

Germany's foreign office says history shows that right-wing extremism "needs to be stopped", after criticism from the White House.

The AfD came second in Germany's February elections and has a record number of seats in the new parliament.

Germany's main parties refuse to work with the far right, but the AfD wants to tear the firewall down.

Friedrich Merz's conservatives have won, but the vote has thrown up some fascinating stories.

Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is expected to become the second biggest force in the country.

Germany is at a crossroads and now for Friedrich Merz the hard work begins, writes Berlin correspondent Jessica Parker.

German voters go to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal vote focused on immigration, security and the economy.