Germany: Elif Eralp wins historic mayoral election in Berlin

Elif Eralp, a left-wing candidate, wins the Berlin mayoral election by a wide margin.

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She becomes the first woman of immigrant background to lead the German capital.

Her slogan 'Love has triumphed over hate' marks a break from populist rhetoric.

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