In a heated debate in the German Bundestag, Chancellor Olaf Scholz and CDU leader Friedrich Merz exchanged sharp criticisms over migration policy.

Scholz accused Merz of being ineffective and criticized his approach as mere rhetoric.

The debate, which was part of the budget week discussions, highlighted the failure of recent migration talks.

Scholz emphasized the government's efforts to manage irregular migration, while Merz insisted on stricter border controls, arguing that the government's proposals were insufficient.

Both leaders condemned xenophobia, but their disagreement underscored the political tension surrounding migration in Germany.