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Merz Under Pressure: What the Berlin Pride Attack Changes for Germany

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July 27, 2026

The attack on Berlin Pride has triggered a political debate. Calls for tougher security measures are getting louder, and pressure is mounting on Friedrich Merz's government amid cabinet reshuffling. DW's Michaela Küfner and Nina Haase discuss with government advisor on extremism Rebecca Schönenbach: What does this moment mean for Germany's politics, its open society, and upcoming state elections?

Chapter

00:00 Attack at Berlin Pride

02:11 What authorities knew

04:03 Security and surveillance

08:03 When risk assessments fall short

11:14 Closing gaps in prevention

14:06 Government under pressure

18:22 Impact on upcoming elections

20:00 Considering legal changes

22:22 Why the AfD is holding back

26:27 Citizenship under debate

30:05 Can trust in the system be restored?

 

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