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German opposition leader suggests stricter border controls

January 23, 2025

The stabbing in the German city of Aschaffenburg shocked many people and triggered a political debate in Germany. Conservative election front-runner Friedrich Merz said he'll "permanently put controls on all German borders." How might Merz put his promise into policy? DW's Michaela Küfner reports.

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