Germany's Merz demands migration reforms, even with support from AfD
Opposition head Friedrich Merz is calling for reforms to Germany's migration laws after a deadly knife attack in which an Afghan man facing deportation is the main suspect - even if they pass with support from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD).
Germany's likely next chancellor demands migration crackdown after knife attack
However, some Germans blame the CDU, and in particular Merz's predecessor and longtime chancellor Angela Merkel, for encouraging the large-scale influx of asylum seekers and migrants, mostly from the Middle East and Afghanistan, in 2015.
German frontrunner vows permanent border controls after knife attack
Friedrich Merz says he will close Germany's borders to irregular migrants, including those with a right to protection.
Germany's Greens demand 'clarification' after Merz migration comments
The co-leader of Germany's Greens has asked for "clarification" from Friedrich Merz after hints that the conservative leader could turn to the far right for support on passing migration reforms after a deadly knife attack.
Germany's Friedrich Merz calls for permanent border controls after knife attack
Friedrich Merz, currently leading in polls to become German chancellor, said Thursday if elected he will impose strict border controls.
German frontrunner vows border ban on irregular migrants after knife attack
The conservative opposition leader tipped to lead Germany following next month's elections has promised far-reaching changes to border and asylum rules after a group of children were targeted in a deadly knife attack in Bavaria.
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