Conservatives set to win German election as far-right AfD surges, exit polls showThe conservative parties are leading the German election with significant support, while the far-right AfD has made historic gains.
Can Germany's next leader tackle economic woes and far-right gains?The snap election shows a significant political shift in Germany, with rising support for the CDU and the far-right AfD.
German election: Exit polls say CDU/CSU leads with 29% DW 02/23/2025Germany's conservative bloc emerges as largest party with 29% votes in recent election, positioning them for potential coalition talks.
Ten open questions at the start of Germany's coalition negotiationsCDU/CSU and SPD begin intense coalition negotiations with a tight deadline to form a new German government.
Germany: CDU/CSU alliance and SPD finish preliminary talks DW 03/08/2025The conservative CDU/CSU and SPD are advancing towards forming a coalition government after successful preliminary talks.
The Guardian view on Germany's election result: Merz's task is formidable | EditorialFriedrich Merz aims to strengthen Europe and reduce reliance on the USA following CDU's election victory.
Conservatives set to win German election as far-right AfD surges, exit polls showThe conservative parties are leading the German election with significant support, while the far-right AfD has made historic gains.
Can Germany's next leader tackle economic woes and far-right gains?The snap election shows a significant political shift in Germany, with rising support for the CDU and the far-right AfD.
German election: Exit polls say CDU/CSU leads with 29% DW 02/23/2025Germany's conservative bloc emerges as largest party with 29% votes in recent election, positioning them for potential coalition talks.
Ten open questions at the start of Germany's coalition negotiationsCDU/CSU and SPD begin intense coalition negotiations with a tight deadline to form a new German government.
Germany: CDU/CSU alliance and SPD finish preliminary talks DW 03/08/2025The conservative CDU/CSU and SPD are advancing towards forming a coalition government after successful preliminary talks.
The Guardian view on Germany's election result: Merz's task is formidable | EditorialFriedrich Merz aims to strengthen Europe and reduce reliance on the USA following CDU's election victory.
Everything that changes in Germany in March 2024Friedrich Merz aims for quick coalition government formation post-election while facing potential challenges.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayFriedrich Merz urges quick coalition talks with SPD to address urgent foreign policy, security, migration, and economic issues.
Germany: Government talks hit snags DW 03/25/2025CDU/CSU must negotiate with SPD for a majority to elect Friedrich Merz as chancellor after the February elections.
German government building meets obstacles DW 03/25/2025The CDU/CSU alliance needs SPD support to form a government despite SPD's recent electoral defeat.
Everything that changes in Germany in March 2024Friedrich Merz aims for quick coalition government formation post-election while facing potential challenges.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayFriedrich Merz urges quick coalition talks with SPD to address urgent foreign policy, security, migration, and economic issues.
Germany: Government talks hit snags DW 03/25/2025CDU/CSU must negotiate with SPD for a majority to elect Friedrich Merz as chancellor after the February elections.
German government building meets obstacles DW 03/25/2025The CDU/CSU alliance needs SPD support to form a government despite SPD's recent electoral defeat.
Conservatives look set to win German election with Musk-backed AfD in secondGermany's CDU is set to win federal elections amid a shift towards stricter immigration policies and economic reforms.A coalition will likely be necessary for the CDU to govern after the elections.
The rise of the far right, global trade and Ukraine's future: why the German election matters visual explainerGermany's next coalition government hinges on election outcomes, particularly regarding CDU's relationship with AfD and potential coalition partners.
Political wrangling starts after German coalition collapse DW 11/07/2024Chancellor Scholz is delaying a confidence vote while trying to maintain a minority government after the coalition collapse.
Billions for the climate: Germany's surprising Green victory DW 03/18/2025CDU, CSU, and SPD are on the verge of forming a coalition government alongside the Greens, focusing on investments while addressing climate neutrality.
Germany: Scholz urges cooperation ahead of snap elections DW 11/13/2024The German chancellor highlights the need for societal harmony amidst political turmoil following the collapse of his coalition government.
The challenge of organizing snap elections in Germany DW 11/12/2024Germany's next parliamentary election is set for February 23, 2025, following a coalition collapse and discussions among major political parties.
Conservatives look set to win German election with Musk-backed AfD in secondGermany's CDU is set to win federal elections amid a shift towards stricter immigration policies and economic reforms.A coalition will likely be necessary for the CDU to govern after the elections.
The rise of the far right, global trade and Ukraine's future: why the German election matters visual explainerGermany's next coalition government hinges on election outcomes, particularly regarding CDU's relationship with AfD and potential coalition partners.
Political wrangling starts after German coalition collapse DW 11/07/2024Chancellor Scholz is delaying a confidence vote while trying to maintain a minority government after the coalition collapse.
Billions for the climate: Germany's surprising Green victory DW 03/18/2025CDU, CSU, and SPD are on the verge of forming a coalition government alongside the Greens, focusing on investments while addressing climate neutrality.
Germany: Scholz urges cooperation ahead of snap elections DW 11/13/2024The German chancellor highlights the need for societal harmony amidst political turmoil following the collapse of his coalition government.
The challenge of organizing snap elections in Germany DW 11/12/2024Germany's next parliamentary election is set for February 23, 2025, following a coalition collapse and discussions among major political parties.
East Germany's first freely elected parliament DW 03/14/2025CDU's electoral victory in East Germany led to significant political changes aimed at reunification with West Germany.
German election: Merz meets Scholz to discuss transition DW 02/25/2025Friedrich Merz seeks a coalition with the SPD to navigate Germany's political landscape post-election.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on ThursdayCoalition talks between CDU, CSU, and SPD begin in Berlin, focusing on key policy reforms and a commitment to past citizenship regulations.
Germany's dual citizenship law to remain under future CDU/SPD coalitionGermany's CDU/CSU and SPD are moving toward coalition talks, with citizenship reforms being a significant sticking point.
German election: CDU, SPD seek common ground DW 03/03/2025CDU and SPD are exploring coalition talks despite historical rivalry after ruling out the far-right party.
German election: SPD ready for 'serious' talks with CDU DW 02/26/2025SPD seeks coalition talks with CDU for a functional government.
German election: Merz to 'intensify' SPD coalition talks DW 02/25/2025Merz aims to finalize a coalition with the SPD quickly to address urgent national issues.
German election: Merz meets Scholz to discuss transition DW 02/25/2025Friedrich Merz seeks a coalition with the SPD to navigate Germany's political landscape post-election.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on ThursdayCoalition talks between CDU, CSU, and SPD begin in Berlin, focusing on key policy reforms and a commitment to past citizenship regulations.
Germany's dual citizenship law to remain under future CDU/SPD coalitionGermany's CDU/CSU and SPD are moving toward coalition talks, with citizenship reforms being a significant sticking point.
German election: CDU, SPD seek common ground DW 03/03/2025CDU and SPD are exploring coalition talks despite historical rivalry after ruling out the far-right party.
German election: SPD ready for 'serious' talks with CDU DW 02/26/2025SPD seeks coalition talks with CDU for a functional government.
German election: Merz to 'intensify' SPD coalition talks DW 02/25/2025Merz aims to finalize a coalition with the SPD quickly to address urgent national issues.
German election: EU leaders congratulate CDU, Friedrich Merz DW 02/24/2025European leaders express strong support for CDU's Friedrich Merz, highlighting the need for strong German leadership in Europe.
German election: Winning candidates angry over lost seats DW 02/28/2025The recent electoral reform in Germany led to controversy after successful candidates were barred from parliament.Volker Ulrich expressed outrage over electoral reform that excluded him despite winning his district.
Trump, Merz and the future of the US-German friendship DW 02/27/2025Friedrich Merz is poised to become Germany's next chancellor, aiming for European unity and independence from the US.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on TuesdayGermany's federal election concluded with CDU/CSU winning, while FDP fell below representation threshold, shifting power dynamics.
German election: Projections say CDU/CSU leads with 29% DW 02/23/2025Germany's conservative bloc leads the election results with 29%, followed by AfD at 19.5%, impacting future coalition formations.
What do Germany's election results mean for Asia ties? DW 02/25/2025Germany's CDU/CSU win signals a shift towards independence from US influence and stronger EU defense collaboration.
German election: EU leaders congratulate CDU, Friedrich Merz DW 02/24/2025European leaders express strong support for CDU's Friedrich Merz, highlighting the need for strong German leadership in Europe.
German election: Winning candidates angry over lost seats DW 02/28/2025The recent electoral reform in Germany led to controversy after successful candidates were barred from parliament.Volker Ulrich expressed outrage over electoral reform that excluded him despite winning his district.
Trump, Merz and the future of the US-German friendship DW 02/27/2025Friedrich Merz is poised to become Germany's next chancellor, aiming for European unity and independence from the US.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on TuesdayGermany's federal election concluded with CDU/CSU winning, while FDP fell below representation threshold, shifting power dynamics.
German election: Projections say CDU/CSU leads with 29% DW 02/23/2025Germany's conservative bloc leads the election results with 29%, followed by AfD at 19.5%, impacting future coalition formations.
What do Germany's election results mean for Asia ties? DW 02/25/2025Germany's CDU/CSU win signals a shift towards independence from US influence and stronger EU defense collaboration.
Germany's CDU ahead in election exit poll, strong support for far rightFriedrich Merz's CDU is projected to lead Germany, marking a political shift after the fall of the three-party coalition.The CDU is anticipated to win 28.5% of votes in the election against SPD's 16%.Merz aims to adopt stricter immigration policies and reform economic strategies, distancing himself from Angela Merkel's approach.
What kind of coalition government should Germany expect after election?The conservatives, led by Friedrich Merz, won Germany's snap elections, positioning him to likely become the next chancellor.
World reacts to Merz' German election win amid warnings on far-right surgeFriedrich Merz's victory in German elections prompts global reactions, highlighting support for him and concern over the AfD's significant electoral gains.
Inside Germany: Poll surprises, election TikTok and the benefits of immigrationGermans will vote in snap parliamentary elections on February 23rd after political instability, with uncertain outcomes predicted.
How the German election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025Friedrich Merz proposes strict border controls and asylum denials, indicating a significant policy shift for Germany that may affect broader EU dynamics.
German election: Merz's CDU/CSU strives to build coalition DW 02/24/2025CDU/CSU won most votes but require coalition to form a government.
Germany's CDU ahead in election exit poll, strong support for far rightFriedrich Merz's CDU is projected to lead Germany, marking a political shift after the fall of the three-party coalition.The CDU is anticipated to win 28.5% of votes in the election against SPD's 16%.Merz aims to adopt stricter immigration policies and reform economic strategies, distancing himself from Angela Merkel's approach.
What kind of coalition government should Germany expect after election?The conservatives, led by Friedrich Merz, won Germany's snap elections, positioning him to likely become the next chancellor.
World reacts to Merz' German election win amid warnings on far-right surgeFriedrich Merz's victory in German elections prompts global reactions, highlighting support for him and concern over the AfD's significant electoral gains.
Inside Germany: Poll surprises, election TikTok and the benefits of immigrationGermans will vote in snap parliamentary elections on February 23rd after political instability, with uncertain outcomes predicted.
How the German election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025Friedrich Merz proposes strict border controls and asylum denials, indicating a significant policy shift for Germany that may affect broader EU dynamics.
German election: Merz's CDU/CSU strives to build coalition DW 02/24/2025CDU/CSU won most votes but require coalition to form a government.
Germany's future: What's next after vote for change? DW 02/24/2025CDU/CSU won the most votes in the 2025 federal election but fell short of a governing majority and ruled out coalition with AfD.
Election analysis: Germany votes for change DW 02/24/2025The CDU/CSU won the most votes but requires coalition partners to govern after the 2025 federal election.
Germany: Conservatives scrutinize state support for NGOs DW 03/02/2025Hundreds of thousands protested CDU's stricter migration policies, asserting that ties with far-right AfD violated political neutrality.
German election: Friedrich Merz urges 'independence' from US DW 02/23/2025Germany's conservative bloc leads the polls with 29%, indicating a shift in political power dynamics against the far-right AfD.
Inside Germany: Election campaign ramps up, sick leave row and the year of ChemnitzThe election campaign in Germany is intensifying with controversial statements and incidents.
Germany: Angela Merkel chides own party over far-right help DW 01/30/2025Merkel criticized the CDU for collaborating with the far-right AfD on migration policies.
Germany's future: What's next after vote for change? DW 02/24/2025CDU/CSU won the most votes in the 2025 federal election but fell short of a governing majority and ruled out coalition with AfD.
Election analysis: Germany votes for change DW 02/24/2025The CDU/CSU won the most votes but requires coalition partners to govern after the 2025 federal election.
Germany: Conservatives scrutinize state support for NGOs DW 03/02/2025Hundreds of thousands protested CDU's stricter migration policies, asserting that ties with far-right AfD violated political neutrality.
German election: Friedrich Merz urges 'independence' from US DW 02/23/2025Germany's conservative bloc leads the polls with 29%, indicating a shift in political power dynamics against the far-right AfD.
Inside Germany: Election campaign ramps up, sick leave row and the year of ChemnitzThe election campaign in Germany is intensifying with controversial statements and incidents.
Germany: Angela Merkel chides own party over far-right help DW 01/30/2025Merkel criticized the CDU for collaborating with the far-right AfD on migration policies.
German election: Parties prepare for coalition talks DW 02/25/2025CDU secured the most votes in the election, followed by AfD, raising questions about coalition possibilities.
German election: Polls open in pivotal vote DW 02/23/2025Germany votes in snap elections after Chancellor Olaf Scholz' coalition collapse, with immigration and economy as key voter issues.
German conservatives insist they're the anti-AfD 'firewall' DW 02/08/2025CDU/CSU leaders vow to defeat far-right AfD by refusing cooperation ahead of elections.
German election: Parties prepare for coalition talks DW 02/25/2025CDU secured the most votes in the election, followed by AfD, raising questions about coalition possibilities.
German election: Polls open in pivotal vote DW 02/23/2025Germany votes in snap elections after Chancellor Olaf Scholz' coalition collapse, with immigration and economy as key voter issues.
German conservatives insist they're the anti-AfD 'firewall' DW 02/08/2025CDU/CSU leaders vow to defeat far-right AfD by refusing cooperation ahead of elections.
How Germany's leadership change could shape EU immigration DW 02/19/2025Friedrich Merz's push for tighter border controls threatens established asylum norms in Germany and the EU.
Germany: Far-right decide vote on anti-migration proposal DW 01/29/2025German parliament tightens migration rules following a violent incident involving a rejected asylum seeker, with the CDU collaborating with the far-right AfD.
Germany pauses asylum applications for Syrians after al-Assad's fallGermany halts asylum processing for Syrians amidst political uncertainty in Syria, affecting thousands of applications.
German election: CDU still leads in the polls DW 02/06/2025Tensions rise in Germany ahead of elections, particularly over the CDU's immigration policies and alliances with the far-right AF.Public opinion remains divided on the CDU's immigration stance.
What a failed CDU motion tells us about the future of dual citizenship in GermanyGermany's citizenship reform debate highlights the tension between mainstream conservative politics and far-right influences.
Who could lead Germany's conservatives back to power? DW 09/16/2024The CDU/CSU alliance, led by Merz and Soder, is positioning itself for potential leadership of the German government after upcoming elections.
How Germany's leadership change could shape EU immigration DW 02/19/2025Friedrich Merz's push for tighter border controls threatens established asylum norms in Germany and the EU.
Germany: Far-right decide vote on anti-migration proposal DW 01/29/2025German parliament tightens migration rules following a violent incident involving a rejected asylum seeker, with the CDU collaborating with the far-right AfD.
Germany pauses asylum applications for Syrians after al-Assad's fallGermany halts asylum processing for Syrians amidst political uncertainty in Syria, affecting thousands of applications.
German election: CDU still leads in the polls DW 02/06/2025Tensions rise in Germany ahead of elections, particularly over the CDU's immigration policies and alliances with the far-right AF.Public opinion remains divided on the CDU's immigration stance.
What a failed CDU motion tells us about the future of dual citizenship in GermanyGermany's citizenship reform debate highlights the tension between mainstream conservative politics and far-right influences.
Who could lead Germany's conservatives back to power? DW 09/16/2024The CDU/CSU alliance, led by Merz and Soder, is positioning itself for potential leadership of the German government after upcoming elections.
German election: Conservative CDU/CSU leads polls DW 02/14/2025Olaf Scholz and the SPD face significant challenges in the upcoming election due to diminished voter support and strong opposition, notably from the CDU.