After the House of Representatives election: Berlin's Left starts government formation project
The headwind is strong, there are plenty of problems - but the Left in Berlin does not want to be put off after its election victory. The party is inviting the Greens and SPD for exploratory talks.
The Left has taken a significant step towards forming a government in Berlin, inviting the Greens and SPD to exploratory talks. The party's delegates voted in favour of the move with a broad majority, aiming to determine if the conditions for coalition negotiations are met. The talks are set to begin next week, with The Left planning to meet separately with representatives from the Greens and SPD before proceeding to tripartite discussions.
The party's leadership has emphasized its commitment to fighting antisemitism and ensuring the safety of Jewish people in Berlin, amid controversy surrounding The Left's stance on the issue.
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