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Japan's new opposition party

Japan's new opposition party

Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan leader Yoshihiko Noda (C), Komeito party head Tetsuo Saito (2nd from R) and other executives of the two parties pose after announcing the name of their new political party, the Centrist Reform Alliance, in Tokyo on Jan. 16, 2026.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Combined photo shows Yoshihiko Noda (top), leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, and Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, speaking to reporters following their meeting in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, speaks to reporters following a meeting with Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, speaks to reporters following a meeting with Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, speaks to reporters following a meeting with Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, speaks to reporters following a meeting with Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, speaks to reporters following a meeting with Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, speaks to reporters following a meeting with Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Combined photo shows Yoshihiko Noda (L), leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, and Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, heading for a meeting in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party ahead of a possible snap general election.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, heads for a meeting with Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, at the Diet in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party ahead of a looming snap general election.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Yoshihiko Noda (front), leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, heads for a meeting with Tetsuo Saito, leader of the Komeito party, formerly a longtime ruling coalition partner, at the Diet in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party ahead of a looming snap general election.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Yoshihiko Noda (R), leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, and Komeito party leader Tetsuo Saito (L) are pictured ahead of their talks at the Diet in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the talks, the two parties decided to form a new party ahead of a looming snap general election.

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Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Japan's main opposition CDPJ, Komeito to form new party

Yoshihiko Noda (C), leader of Japan's main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, and Komeito party leader Tetsuo Saito (2nd from L), alongside other party executives, hold a meeting at the Diet in Tokyo on Jan. 15, 2026. During the meeting, the two parties agreed to form a new party ahead of a looming snap general election.

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Vote on the Judiciary Reform - Rome

Vote on the Judiciary Reform - Rome

Protest of opposition parties during the vote on the constitutional bill on provisions regarding the judicial system and the establishment of the Disciplinary Court (Judiciary Reform). Senate in Rome Thursday October 30 2025 Photo by Mauro Scrobogna / LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Vote on the Judiciary Reform - Rome

Vote on the Judiciary Reform - Rome

Protest of opposition parties during the vote on the constitutional bill on provisions regarding the judicial system and the establishment of the Disciplinary Court (Judiciary Reform). Senate in Rome Thursday October 30 2025 Photo by Mauro Scrobogna / LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan Innovation Party leader Yoshimura

Japan Innovation Party leader Yoshimura

Hirofumi Yoshimura, leader of the Japan Innovation Party, the second largest opposition force, speaks to the press in Tokyo on Oct, 15, 2025, following his meeting with new ruling Liberal Democratic Party President Sanae Takaichi, alongside JIP co-leader Fumitake Fujita. The two parties agreed to begin talks on forming a coalition government.

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo shows a slideshow while speak about the decrease in intentional homicides in the country compared to the governments of predecessor presidents of the opposition parties during a news conference at National Palace. on August 27, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks about the decrease in intentional homicides in the country compared to the governments of predecessor presidents of the opposition parties during a news conference at National Palace. on August 27, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks about the decrease in intentional homicides in the country compared to the governments of predecessor presidents of the opposition parties during a news conference at National Palace. on August 27, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo shows a slideshow while speak about the decrease in intentional homicides in the country compared to the governments of predecessor presidents of the opposition parties during a news conference at National Palace. on August 27, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Meeting of Japan ruling, opposition parties' leaders

Meeting of Japan ruling, opposition parties' leaders

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba (2nd from R) meets with the leaders of seven ruling and opposition parties in Tokyo on July 25, 2025.

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Meeting of Japan ruling, opposition parties' leaders

Meeting of Japan ruling, opposition parties' leaders

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba (2nd from R) meets with the leaders of seven ruling and opposition parties in Tokyo on July 25, 2025.

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

National Demonstration For Gaza in Italy - Rome

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel, on June 7, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Stefano Carofei/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

An employee of Sphulinga Gas Supply distribution point loads cyliders prior to driving vehicles loaded with cooking gas LPG cylinders to houses in Siliguri, India on April 8, 2025. India's government has increased LPG cylinder price by Rs 50 from today, while the opposition political parties stage protest against the price hike in different parts of the country. Photo by Diptendu Dutta/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

An employee of Sphulinga Gas Supply distribution point loads cyliders prior to driving vehicles loaded with cooking gas LPG cylinders to houses in Siliguri, India on April 8, 2025. India's government has increased LPG cylinder price by Rs 50 from today, while the opposition political parties stage protest against the price hike in different parts of the country. Photo by Diptendu Dutta/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

An employee of Sphulinga Gas Supply distribution point loads cyliders prior to driving vehicles loaded with cooking gas LPG cylinders to houses in Siliguri, India on April 8, 2025. India's government has increased LPG cylinder price by Rs 50 from today, while the opposition political parties stage protest against the price hike in different parts of the country. Photo by Diptendu Dutta/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

An employee of Sphulinga Gas Supply distribution point loads cyliders prior to driving vehicles loaded with cooking gas LPG cylinders to houses in Siliguri, India on April 8, 2025. India's government has increased LPG cylinder price by Rs 50 from today, while the opposition political parties stage protest against the price hike in different parts of the country. Photo by Diptendu Dutta/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

An employee of Sphulinga Gas Supply distribution point loads cyliders prior to driving vehicles loaded with cooking gas LPG cylinders to houses in Siliguri, India on April 8, 2025. India's government has increased LPG cylinder price by Rs 50 from today, while the opposition political parties stage protest against the price hike in different parts of the country. Photo by Diptendu Dutta/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

India LPG Cylinder Price Hike - West Bengal

An employee of Sphulinga Gas Supply distribution point loads cyliders prior to driving vehicles loaded with cooking gas LPG cylinders to houses in Siliguri, India on April 8, 2025. India's government has increased LPG cylinder price by Rs 50 from today, while the opposition political parties stage protest against the price hike in different parts of the country. Photo by Diptendu Dutta/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

12.02.2025, Tallinn. A no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Kristen Michal initiated by opposition parties failed to pass at Riigikogu. Foto Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

12.02.2025, Tallinn. A no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Kristen Michal initiated by opposition parties failed to pass at Riigikogu. Foto Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

12.02.2025, Tallinn. A no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Kristen Michal initiated by opposition parties failed to pass at Riigikogu. Foto Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

12.02.2025, Tallinn. A no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Kristen Michal initiated by opposition parties failed to pass at Riigikogu. Foto Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

12.02.2025, Tallinn. A no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Kristen Michal initiated by opposition parties failed to pass at Riigikogu. Foto Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Kristen Michal

12.02.2025, Tallinn. A no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Kristen Michal initiated by opposition parties failed to pass at Riigikogu. Foto Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Tens of thousands of Berliners gather on the Reichstag meadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Together, they express their opposition to the growing collaboration of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in the run-up to the February 23 federal elections. Since late January 2025, demonstrations have taken place across Germany after CDU leader Friedrich Merz sought parliamentary support from the AfD for a bill targeting undocumented foreigners, including asylum seekers. More than a simple alliance, this move is seen as a break with an unwritten rule dating from the post-World War II era, which prevented national parties from working with far-right groups. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Tens of thousands of Berliners gather on the Reichstag meadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Together, they express their opposition to the growing collaboration of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in the run-up to the February 23 federal elections. Since late January 2025, demonstrations have taken place across Germany after CDU leader Friedrich Merz sought parliamentary support from the AfD for a bill targeting undocumented foreigners, including asylum seekers. More than a simple alliance, this move is seen as a break with an unwritten rule dating from the post-World War II era, which prevented national parties from working with far-right groups. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

A "Kein Bier für Nazis" (No Bier for Nazis) sign. Tens of thousands of Berliners gather on the Reichstag meadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Together, they express their opposition to the growing collaboration of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in the run-up to the February 23 federal elections. Since late January 2025, demonstrations have taken place across Germany after CDU leader Friedrich Merz sought parliamentary support from the AfD for a bill targeting undocumented foreigners, including asylum seekers. More than a simple alliance, this move is seen as a break with an unwritten rule dating from the post-World War II era, which prevented national parties from working with far-right groups. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

A "CDU shame on you" sign. Tens of thousands of Berliners gather on the Reichstag meadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Together, they express their opposition to the growing collaboration of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in the run-up to the February 23 federal elections. Since late January 2025, demonstrations have taken place across Germany after CDU leader Friedrich Merz sought parliamentary support from the AfD for a bill targeting undocumented foreigners, including asylum seekers. More than a simple alliance, this move is seen as a break with an unwritten rule dating from the post-World War II era, which prevented national parties from working with far-right groups. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

A "Fck Nzs" sign. Tens of thousands of Berliners gather on the Reichstag meadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Together, they express their opposition to the growing collaboration of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in the run-up to the February 23 federal elections. Since late January 2025, demonstrations have taken place across Germany after CDU leader Friedrich Merz sought parliamentary support from the AfD for a bill targeting undocumented foreigners, including asylum seekers. More than a simple alliance, this move is seen as a break with an unwritten rule dating from the post-World War II era, which prevented national parties from working with far-right groups. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Anti Far Right Demonstration In Berlin

Tens of thousands of Berliners gather on the Reichstag meadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Together, they express their opposition to the growing collaboration of the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in the run-up to the February 23 federal elections. Since late January 2025, demonstrations have taken place across Germany after CDU leader Friedrich Merz sought parliamentary support from the AfD for a bill targeting undocumented foreigners, including asylum seekers. More than a simple alliance, this move is seen as a break with an unwritten rule dating from the post-World War II era, which prevented national parties from working with far-right groups. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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