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CIA Warns AfD Rise Could Strengthen Russian Influence in Germany
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- CIA chief Joseph Wippl warns the AfD’s rise could boost Russian influence in Germany.
- AfD won most seats in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania and Saxony-Anhalt but cannot form governments.
- AfD leader Alice Weidel urges Chancellor Merz to start Moscow peace talks and resume gas imports.
- Wippl says Russia conducts hybrid warfare in Germany, citing a recent drone attack at Leipzig airport.