The CDU, its Bavarian counterpart CSU, and the SPD are engaged in exploratory coalition discussions following Germany's snap election on February 23, where the CDU emerged as the leading party with 28.5% of the vote. In a significant shift, the CDU ruled out collaborating with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) which garnered 20%. Historically rivals, the SPD, which received a mere 16.4% of the vote, is now a potential partner. Press conferences from party leaders and responses from other significant parties, such as the Greens and FDP, are anticipated as coalition talks progress.
Despite the CDU and SPD's history as rivals, they are exploring a coalition after the CDU's rejection of the far-right Alternative for Germany.
CDU leader Friedrich Merz is expected to address the media as exploratory coalition talks continue after the recent snap election.
The FDP, having exited its previous coalition, failed to meet the vote threshold, while the Left Party saw unexpected success.
As the parties navigate coalition talks, attention turns to the unprecedented dynamics following a snap election with significant shifts in voter support.
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