The shocking sacking of finance minister Christian Lindner by Chancellor Olaf Scholz has plunged Germany into political disarray, highlighting the fractures within the coalition government.
Lindner's controversial budget ultimatum led to his dismissal, underscoring rising tensions among Germany's ruling coalition, crucially ahead of potential snap elections in March.
As political instability looms, there are fears that Germany's ability to navigate international challenges, like the Ukraine conflict and US trade relations, may be compromised.
Government insiders had hoped for unity amid external pressures, but the increasing discord within Berlin offers little sign of resolution as elections approach.
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