Merkel Acknowledges Impact of Migration Policy on AfD Election Surge

Former Chancellor Angela Merkel has acknowledged in a recent interview that her migration decisions from 2015 were a significant factor in the rise of the Alternative for Germany (AfD). Despite this acknowledgment, she defended her previous course, emphasizing the importance of upholding humanitarian values. Merkel also admitted that there were shortcomings in other areas such as defense, digitalization, and climate policy, which may have contributed to political instability and the rise of populist movements.