65 years after the Berlin Wall was built, Germany’s east-west scars help feed a rising far-right party

Germany's lingering regional disparities and historical grievances from the time of the Berlin Wall are fueling a significant rise in support for the far-right Alternative for Germany party. These deep-seated feelings of economic neglect and social inequality in the eastern regions are driving many to seek solace in extremist political movements. This surge highlights the ongoing impact of historical divisions and underscores the potential for far-right ideologies to gain traction when underlying socio-economic issues remain unaddressed.