Friedrich Merz, presumed next chancellor of Germany, faced a significant blow when he failed to secure the required majority in the Bundestag election. This marks the first instance in postwar Germany where a candidate lost in the first round, leading to concerns over political stability. Merz's CDU/CSU bloc had previously performed poorly in February's elections. As the political landscape appears uncertain, a second voting round is on the horizon with potential consequences for Germany's governing coalition, including the rise of the far-right AfD party amid political turmoil.
Germanyâs presumed next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, faced a historic setback as he failed to secure majority votes required for his election in the Bundestag.
Unconfirmed reports suggest a crucial second round of voting will take place on Friday, where Merz is expected to stand again amid uncertainty regarding his support.
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