While early polls indicate that Germany’s conservative faction has obtained 28.5% of the votes, they are currently leading the far-right AfD, which received over 20%. In light of this, conservative leader Friedrich Merz has advocated for Europe to establish a greater distance from the US. Further details can be found on DW.

Source: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-cdu-wins-election-preliminary-results-show/live-71700729?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf