The AfD is confirming its candidate for chancellorship at a conference in Riesa, Saxony, marking a historic moment for the party. Polls show AfD in second place with about 20% support. Co-leader Tino Chrupalla emphasized the need to surpass this mark. However, candidate Alice Weidel faces challenges due to other parties' refusal to collaborate with AfD. The conference faced delays due to protests, while CDU and SPD also launched their campaigns ahead of the February 23 election. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)