Germany_ The Christian Democrat Union, led by Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel, won the general election in Germany, which ensures a fourth term of government, indicate reports after closing the polls.

Data released by public television show that Merkel's group garnered more than 30 percent of the vote, ensuring its triumph for a fourth term.

Its closest rival, the Social Democratic Party, won only 20 percent of the vote, reaffirming itself as a second political force.

The great news that captivates attention is the arrival for the first time after World War II of a far-right party, the Alternative for Germany that ranked third, reaching 13 percent of the vote.

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