https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-girds-for-a-post-election-fight-for-political-survivalContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-girds-for-a-post-election-fight-for-political-survivalhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-girds-for-a-post-election-fight-for-political-survival#u76382Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:30:40 +0000Friedrich Merz is fighting for political survival following an election as internal party infighting and the rise of the far-right AfD increase pressure on his leadership. Merz has canceled a planned trip to the United Nations to address these domestic tensions. While some speculate he could be forced out, eight German state premiers have publicly backed him. The situation reflects a volatile period for Germany's leadership as the AfD gains momentum and Merz struggles to maintain unity within his own party.Why it mattersThe AfD's growth threatens the traditional power balance in Germ