Political Turmoil: German Politician Targeted at Campaign Event

Sara Wagenknecht, a prominent German leftist politician, was sprayed with a red liquid during a campaign event in Erfurt. Despite the incident, Wagenknecht continued her campaign. Political violence in Germany has been rising, and both government and opposition parties are calling for increased security measures.

Sara Wagenknecht, a well-known leftist politician in Germany, was attacked with a red liquid at a campaign rally in Erfurt on Thursday. This comes ahead of significant state elections, drawing attention to the rising political violence in the country.

Wagenknecht, the founder of the new Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance, briefly left the stage but returned after the incident. Despite her scare, she assured her supporters that she was fine.

Political violence in Germany is escalating, with recent attacks on politicians sparking calls for increased security. Wagenknecht's campaign continues amid an atmosphere of heightened tension as both the far-right AfD and her own party, BSW, gain strength in the eastern states.

(With inputs from agencies.)