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Germany’s far right loosens its embrace of Trump
- AfD leaders in Germany are recalibrating ties with Donald Trump as public sentiment turns against his foreign policies.
- German leaders defend American interests while avoiding harsh criticism of Trump to maintain domestic support.
- Polls show most Germans oppose Trump’s Greenland and Venezuela actions, challenging AfD’s strategy.
- AfD leaders walk a fine line between praising Trump’s influence and not undermining domestic legitimacy.
- AfD’s domestic status and international ties are shaped by the need to end political ostracism at home.
- U.S. officials previously praised the AfD after the party was labeled extremist by German authorities.
- Backing for Trump is framed as strategic rather than ideological by AfD leaders.
- National Rally’s criticism of Trump is cited as a contrast to the AfD’s milder stance.
- Affirmation of possible policy lessons from Trump to German government is suggested.
- The piece links Trump’s Arctic and Latin American actions to broader European political dynamics.
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