- Midyatli alleges that Merz is attempting to extort through threats related to asylum policy.
Deputy SPD co-chairperson Serpil Midyatli alleges that CDU leader Friedrich Merz is threatening extortion in asylum policy matters. "Merz is portraying himself as the nation's hero, intending to cry out false alarms, but he backs down especially when given the opportunity to genuinely make a positive impact," Midyatli stated in the Schleswig-Holstein state legislature. The CDU announced that negotiations with the federal administration on the matter were unsuccessful.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) has consistently voiced his interest in dialogue, as per Midyatli. It revolves around discovering a collective approach to modern migration concerns. "An individual who seeks to impose their viewpoint in collaborative discussions neither comprehends the significance of effective solutions nor appreciates the value of constructive and democratic negotiations on equitable terms."
Midyatli also lashed out at Schleswig-Holstein's prime minister Daniel Günther (CDU). "Typically brimming with sage advice, particularly for the SPD and the traffic light coalition, he suddenly falls mute when destructive forces take over within his own camp and the populist bat is swung into action."
The European Council will likely discuss the ongoing asylum policy tensions between the SPD and CDU, considering Midyatli's allegations against Merz. Although Scholz and the SPD advocate for dialogue, it remains challenging to reach a consensus when parties like the CDU resort to divisive tactics.
