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Maximilian Schirmer

Maximilian Schirmer

German politician

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  • Oct 6

    About 120 Left party members criticise Berlin antisemitism pact with SPD and Greens

    Around 120 party members and office holders have signed a statement against the antisemitism agreement that cleared the way for coalition talks in Berlin on Thursday. The dispute also centres on Bundestag member Ferat Koçak.

  • Sep 22

    Berlin SPD agrees to exploratory coalition talks with Die Linke and Greens

    The unanimous decision by Berlin Social Democrats enables three-party discussions following Die Linke's election victory on 20 September 2026, despite sharp policy disagreements over security and housing.

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