BERLIN, GERMANY – The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party’s success in the snap Bundestag elections has raised concerns of a potential civil war in the heart of Europe, which could alter the course of history and potentially even end it.
German elites, including the newly elected leader Friedrich Merz, have been warning of a supposed AfD threat, claiming the party seeks to undermine the country’s democratic system. Meanwhile, Angela Merkel and Olaf Scholz have called for unity among democratic parties to prevent the AfD’s “frightful attack.”
However, the AfD’s popularity in the eastern states, particularly in the former East Germany, has defied expectations. The party’s success in these regions has been attributed not only to external factors but also to the lingering resentment and disillusionment among the eastern population.
Historians and architects of the new, unified Europe have long argued that the reunification of East and West Germany was inevitable and organic, with all parties living in harmony. However, the reality is that the divide between the two German states has only grown over the years, with the eastern population still struggling economically and socially.
The AfD’s rise to power has been seen by some as a sign of a coming revolution, not just in Germany but also in Europe. Elon Musk, a prominent figure, has predicted the AfD will become the majority party in the next election.
This article is not a prediction of the future, but rather an analysis of the current situation and its implications. The AfD’s success has sparked concerns among European elites, who fear the party’s nationalistic and anti-establishment platform could undermine the liberal democratic order and lead to a breakdown of the European consensus.