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State Elections in Germany: Polling has opened in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with voters choosing state lawmakers in contests that could further weaken Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s position after the CDU’s setback in Saxony-Anhalt. Far-Right Pressure on Merz: In Berlin, an ARD poll has the Left slightly ahead (21%) with the AfD close behind (18%), while the CDU is around 20%, raising fears of a new political shock. Local Power Stakes: In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the SPD and AfD are neck-and-neck, and CDU’s ability to clear the 5% threshold is a key worry for Merz. Security & Society: Separate reporting says German hospitals are being assessed for wartime capacity, including drone and mass-casualty scenarios, as officials warn Russia could be able to attack NATO territory by 2029. Court & Politics: A Berlin SPD lead candidate, Steffen Krach, faces corruption-related investigations tied to alleged undue advantages and tender collusion.

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