Berlin Parties Clear Hurdle for Exploratory Coalition Talks

Berlin political factions resolved key concerns over antisemitism to begin coalition talks.

Three political parties in Berlin have agreed on new measures to tackle antisemitic incidents. The accord removes a major obstacle standing in the way of exploratory coalition negotiations in the German capital. Discussions follow elections and center around forming a new state government.

• The participantsThe agreement involves the Left Party, the Social Democratic Party and the Greens.
• The hurdleConcerns regarding antisemitism previously stalled the path toward coalition talks.