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Germany news
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3 days ago

Germany: Merz's CDU set to win NRW vote, AfD to place 3rd DW 09/14/2025

Center-right CDU leads North Rhine-Westphalia municipal elections despite far-right AfD gains, turning the vote into a test for Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition government.
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Far-right AfD forecast to make gains as North Rhine-Westphalia goes to polls

AfD is poised to significantly increase local representation in North Rhine-Westphalia, challenging mainstream parties and testing Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Merz says foreign policy is more important than ever DW 09/11/2025

Chancellor Friedrich Merz opened the ambassadors' conference, warned of rising systemic conflict between liberal democracies and autocracies, and urged renewed attention to global threats.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany's Merz faces trouble over 'autumn of reform' DW 08/30/2025

Friedrich Merz is pushing ambitious welfare and tax reforms despite economic stagnation, large budget shortfalls, and likely coalition opposition.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany updates: Army improving, risks remain warns chief DW 08/24/2025

Germany is spending billions to modernize and expand its Bundeswehr, with the Army playing a central role its chief warns it may face conflict before it's fully ready.
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Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Chancellor Friedrich Merz navigated a crucial meeting with US President Trump, emphasizing cooperation on Ukraine despite differences.
Germany news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump will meet German Chancellor Merz at the White House. Here's what to know

Chancellor Merz's visit to the White House aims to address trade tensions and international conflicts with President Trump.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

Inside Germany: How Merz handled his trip to the White House and one last spring holiday

Chancellor Merz successfully navigated a potentially fraught meeting with President Trump, emphasizing diplomacy regarding Ukraine and NATO.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Chancellor Friedrich Merz navigated a crucial meeting with US President Trump, emphasizing cooperation on Ukraine despite differences.
Germany news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump will meet German Chancellor Merz at the White House. Here's what to know

Chancellor Merz's visit to the White House aims to address trade tensions and international conflicts with President Trump.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany updates: Merz seeks to win over investment DW 07/21/2025

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to meet top executives from major German firms on Monday in a bid to restore investor confidence and revive the struggling economy.
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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

How has Israel reacted to criticism from Chancellor Merz? DW 05/29/2025

German Chancellor criticizes Israel's military actions in Gaza for causing a humanitarian crisis.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

How has Israel reacted to criticism from Chancellor Merz? DW 05/29/2025

German Chancellor criticizes Israel's military actions in Gaza for causing a humanitarian crisis.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The deplorable and the adorable: Merz gives top bantz after blasting Brexit | John Crace

The UK and Germany signed their first bilateral cooperation treaty at a meeting between Keir Starmer and Friedrich Merz.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German Chancellor Merz goes into summer in crisis mode DW 07/14/2025

Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the Israeli government actions in Gaza and emphasized the Palestinians' right to a livable state.
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Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

German Chancellor Merz says Berlin back with voice in Europe DW 05/09/2025

Germany's leadership under Chancellor Merz is reasserting its role in EU affairs after a period of perceived silence under the previous administration.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany updates: Chancellor Merz 'skeptical' of AfD ban DW 05/15/2025

Chancellor Merz is skeptical about banning the far-right AfD amidst its classification as extremist.
Germany and the UK are collaborating to develop a new long-range missile to enhance defense capabilities.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

Five things we learned from Merz's first speech as German Chancellor

Chancellor Merz's inaugural address revealed plans for cautious economic reforms, with mixed signals on tax relief for workers and no guarantee for a minimum wage increase.
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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Merz defends record so far in budget speech DW 07/09/2025

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed optimism about his government's performance and emphasized the importance of increased defense spending.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German Chancellor calls for 'quick, simple' tariff deal with US

A speedy agreement was needed, he said, "in particular for our country's key industries: chemicals, pharmaceuticals, mechanical engineering, aluminium, steel, automobiles."
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2 months ago

Merz faces Pride flag fallout after saying Bundestag 'not a circus'

Friedrich Merz rejected flying the Pride flag at the Bundestag, asserting the space is not for any non-official flags.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Merz says Europe must end US defense 'free-ride' DW 06/23/2025

Germany aims to increase defense spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2029, advocating for European strategic independence.
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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's Merz in Washington asks Trump to pressure Russia DW 06/05/2025

Chancellor Merz and President Trump prioritize ending the war in Ukraine and emphasize U.S.-German cooperation.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's Merz in Washington asks Trump to pressure Russia DW 06/05/2025

Chancellor Merz and President Trump prioritize ending the war in Ukraine and emphasize U.S.-German cooperation.
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Germany news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Germany's Chancellor Cracks the Trump Code, but to What End?

Trump attempted to counter perceptions of his friendliness with Russia while displaying an amiable relationship with Germany's Chancellor Merz.
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Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Chancellor Merz brings new political style to Germany DW 06/07/2025

New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz successfully navigated his first meeting with Trump, emphasizing Germany's ongoing support for Ukraine.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Chancellor Merz brings new political style to Germany DW 06/07/2025

New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz successfully navigated his first meeting with Trump, emphasizing Germany's ongoing support for Ukraine.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany updates: Merz to take first trip to Washington DW 06/04/2025

German Chancellor Merz's visit aims to strengthen US-German relations amidst pressing international issues.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

EU, UK leaders to speak with Trump before his Putin call as Ukraine hit

European leaders plan to coordinate calls with Trump ahead of his discussions with Putin, as Ukraine struggles amidst a significant drone barrage.
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fromSpiegel
3 months ago
Germany politics

The Chancellor Goes to Washington: Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Friedrich Merz brings new political style to Germany DW 06/07/2025

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's first US visit was marked by respect from Trump and reaffirmation of Germany's support for Ukraine.
fromSpiegel
3 months ago
Germany politics

The Chancellor Goes to Washington: Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's Merz 'extremely satisfied' with Trump talks DW 06/05/2025

Chancellor Merz and President Trump discussed the importance of cooperative US-German relations regarding trade and pressure on Russia.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's Friedrich Merz goes to Washington DW 06/04/2025

Friedrich Merz and Donald Trump are meeting for the first time, emphasizing their connection and the importance of transatlantic relations.
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Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany updates: Merz defiant on pushbacks after court blow DW 06/03/2025

Chancellor Merz defends asylum seeker border pushbacks despite legal ruling declaring them illegal.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany updates: Merz defiant on pushbacks after court blow DW 06/03/2025

Chancellor Merz defends asylum seeker border pushbacks despite legal ruling declaring them illegal.
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Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

Merz vows to rev up German economic 'growth engine'

Chancellor Merz aims to revitalize Germany's economy with reforms and investments after two years of recession, focusing on competitiveness and infrastructure.
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Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

New chancellor, new hopes: Friedrich Merz debuts in Brussels DW 05/09/2025

Chancellor Merz's visit emphasizes unity and swift action on trade, defense, and migration in Europe.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Merz meets NATO, EU chiefs in Brussels DW 05/09/2025

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to re-establish Germany's strong voice in European policy and overhaul its approach to EU relations.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

New chancellor, new hopes: Friedrich Merz debuts in Brussels DW 05/09/2025

Chancellor Merz's visit emphasizes unity and swift action on trade, defense, and migration in Europe.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Merz meets NATO, EU chiefs in Brussels DW 05/09/2025

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to re-establish Germany's strong voice in European policy and overhaul its approach to EU relations.
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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany updates: Merz govt to reject more asylum-seekers DW 05/07/2025

Germany's government under Chancellor Merz is increasing border police to implement stricter migration policies while ensuring that it doesn't negatively affect neighboring countries.
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Germany politics
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Top 10 photos of the exceptional day for German politics

Friedrich Merz was initially unsuccessful in securing enough votes for chancellor but won in the second round, marking a historic moment.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz gets lukewarm support DW 05/07/2025

Friedrich Merz's government faced immediate challenges in gaining parliamentary support, reflecting public skepticism about his leadership.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Top 10 photos of the exceptional day for German politics

Friedrich Merz was initially unsuccessful in securing enough votes for chancellor but won in the second round, marking a historic moment.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Why did Friedrich Merz suffer shock defeat in Bundestag and what's next for Germany?

Friedrich Merz's failure to secure chancellorship reveals significant instability in German politics and within coalition parties.
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Germany politics
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Video. Friedrich Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris

Germany strengthens ties with France and Poland to unify Europe on Ukraine and trade under Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Bundestag elects Merz as German chancellor in 2nd vote DW 05/06/2025

Friedrich Merz has been elected chancellor of Germany in a second voting round, ensuring political stability.
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