Merz: Germany faces a "tectonic shift" after AfD victory

The far-right AfD party’s decisive victory in Saxony-Anhalt state elections signals a significant political shift in Germany, challenging the established firewall against extremist coalitions. Meanwhile, the funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic in Belgrade highlights deep-seated nationalist sentiment in Serbia, complicating the country's EU accession process. In Ukraine, intensified Russian drone strikes are disrupting daily life in Kyiv, with air raid alerts forcing frequent closures of schools and public transport. Globally, FIFA president Gianni Infantino is pursuing re-election despite internal opposition and controversy over commercializing World Cup stakes. Additionally, Australia is advancing legislation to restrict social media algorithms for minors, aiming to mitigate digital harms while tech companies face mounting pressure to accept greater responsibility for user safety. Finally, the historical significance of meteorological precision during D-Day is revisited through the lens of a new film, *Pressure*.