German election: What is at stake? DW 02/22/2025The upcoming election reflects a clear desire for change in Germany.Friedrich Merz is positioned to lead, capitalizing on massive anticipated losses for the SPD and FDP.
Germany's Merz breaks far-right taboo, prompts backlash from MerkelFriedrich Merz's alliance with the far-right AfD breaks a longstanding German political taboo, sparking fierce backlash from centrist leaders.
Will German conservative Merz douse far-right 'firewall'? DW 01/24/2025Friedrich Merz advocates for stricter migration policies and shows willingness to cooperate with the far-right AfD, raising concerns among political counterparts.
Angela Merkel Is Retired. But She's Still on the Ballot.Angela Merkel's critique complicates Friedrich Merz's electoral ambitions amid rising voter discontent with her legacy.
German Political Leader Promises Inquiry Into Musk's Interference in ElectionsElon Musk's endorsement of Germany's AfD party has attracted criticism and potential political or legal repercussions from German politicians.
German election: What is at stake? DW 02/22/2025The upcoming election reflects a clear desire for change in Germany.Friedrich Merz is positioned to lead, capitalizing on massive anticipated losses for the SPD and FDP.
Germany's Merz breaks far-right taboo, prompts backlash from MerkelFriedrich Merz's alliance with the far-right AfD breaks a longstanding German political taboo, sparking fierce backlash from centrist leaders.
Will German conservative Merz douse far-right 'firewall'? DW 01/24/2025Friedrich Merz advocates for stricter migration policies and shows willingness to cooperate with the far-right AfD, raising concerns among political counterparts.
Angela Merkel Is Retired. But She's Still on the Ballot.Angela Merkel's critique complicates Friedrich Merz's electoral ambitions amid rising voter discontent with her legacy.
German Political Leader Promises Inquiry Into Musk's Interference in ElectionsElon Musk's endorsement of Germany's AfD party has attracted criticism and potential political or legal repercussions from German politicians.
The Guardian view on Germany's election: a chance to reset for a new era | EditorialGermany's snap election amid U.S. political turmoil presents an essential opportunity for democratic reset, as its outcome holds stake for EU's future.
Friday Briefing: Germans Are Choosing New LeadershipFriedrich Merz is favored to become Germany's next chancellor amid growing voter discontent over economic and immigration issues.
German election: Scholz, Merz face off in final debate DW 02/19/2025The final debate highlighted contrasting economic strategies from Scholz and Merz ahead of the federal elections.
Olaf Scholz faces calls for confidence vote after German coalition collapsesFriedrich Merz demands an immediate confidence vote following the collapse of Olaf Scholz's coalition to address Germany's political crisis.
Merkel's former nemisis aims to become Germany's chancellor DW 11/24/2024Friedrich Merz aims to unseat Chancellor Olaf Scholz as CDU's candidate in the upcoming election, signaling a significant shift in German politics.
German election: Climate and environment take a back seat DW 02/17/2025Climate change has become a sidelined issue in German politics despite initial commitments during the 2021 election.
The Guardian view on Germany's election: a chance to reset for a new era | EditorialGermany's snap election amid U.S. political turmoil presents an essential opportunity for democratic reset, as its outcome holds stake for EU's future.
Friday Briefing: Germans Are Choosing New LeadershipFriedrich Merz is favored to become Germany's next chancellor amid growing voter discontent over economic and immigration issues.
German election: Scholz, Merz face off in final debate DW 02/19/2025The final debate highlighted contrasting economic strategies from Scholz and Merz ahead of the federal elections.
Olaf Scholz faces calls for confidence vote after German coalition collapsesFriedrich Merz demands an immediate confidence vote following the collapse of Olaf Scholz's coalition to address Germany's political crisis.
Merkel's former nemisis aims to become Germany's chancellor DW 11/24/2024Friedrich Merz aims to unseat Chancellor Olaf Scholz as CDU's candidate in the upcoming election, signaling a significant shift in German politics.
German election: Climate and environment take a back seat DW 02/17/2025Climate change has become a sidelined issue in German politics despite initial commitments during the 2021 election.
Germany's Suddenly Turbulent ElectionFriedrich Merz's coalition with the AfD shook Germany's political stability, igniting widespread public protests and an increase in memberships of leftist parties.
Friday BriefingFriedrich Merz is favored to become Germany's next chancellor, focusing on economic and immigration issues.
How Germany's election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025CDU's Friedrich Merz proposes controversial asylum policies, aiming for stricter border controls and national prioritization over EU regulations.
Germans protest at conservative cooperation with far right on migrationProtesters oppose CDU's collaboration with far-right AfD, breaking Germany's post-Nazi political norms against far-right alliances.
Merz doubles down on gambit with German far right in combative speechFriedrich Merz defends his migration proposals despite protests, emphasizing CDU's stance against AfD and aiming to secure a strong electoral victory.
Germany's Suddenly Turbulent ElectionFriedrich Merz's coalition with the AfD shook Germany's political stability, igniting widespread public protests and an increase in memberships of leftist parties.
Friday BriefingFriedrich Merz is favored to become Germany's next chancellor, focusing on economic and immigration issues.
How Germany's election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025CDU's Friedrich Merz proposes controversial asylum policies, aiming for stricter border controls and national prioritization over EU regulations.
Germans protest at conservative cooperation with far right on migrationProtesters oppose CDU's collaboration with far-right AfD, breaking Germany's post-Nazi political norms against far-right alliances.
Merz doubles down on gambit with German far right in combative speechFriedrich Merz defends his migration proposals despite protests, emphasizing CDU's stance against AfD and aiming to secure a strong electoral victory.
Friedrich Merz challenges Ursula von der Leyen for Europe's crownUrsula von der Leyen's leadership faces significant challenges, particularly from her party rival Friedrich Merz as he seeks to assert German influence within the EU.
Next Likely Chancellor Promises a Tougher GermanyFriedrich Merz could become Germany's next chancellor, challenging the current political landscape and U.S. relations.Merz's potential leadership aligns Germany more closely with Trump's foreign policy.
Merz's coalition dream hinges on implosion of smaller rivalsFriedrich Merz needs smaller parties to underperform to secure a solid coalition after the upcoming election.
Germany's president dissolves parliament ahead of snap electionGermany's parliament has been dissolved, leading to an early election due to the collapse of the ruling coalition.
German conservative Friedrich Merz to run for chancellor DW 09/17/2024Friedrich Merz is the CDU's candidate for chancellor, aiming to revive Germany's economy and manage migration ahead of the 2025 election.
German election: Major parties unveil their 2025 platforms DW 12/17/2024Germany is set for early elections after a lost confidence vote, with debates scheduled between Chancellor Scholz and CDU leader Merz.
Friedrich Merz challenges Ursula von der Leyen for Europe's crownUrsula von der Leyen's leadership faces significant challenges, particularly from her party rival Friedrich Merz as he seeks to assert German influence within the EU.
Next Likely Chancellor Promises a Tougher GermanyFriedrich Merz could become Germany's next chancellor, challenging the current political landscape and U.S. relations.Merz's potential leadership aligns Germany more closely with Trump's foreign policy.
Merz's coalition dream hinges on implosion of smaller rivalsFriedrich Merz needs smaller parties to underperform to secure a solid coalition after the upcoming election.
Germany's president dissolves parliament ahead of snap electionGermany's parliament has been dissolved, leading to an early election due to the collapse of the ruling coalition.
German conservative Friedrich Merz to run for chancellor DW 09/17/2024Friedrich Merz is the CDU's candidate for chancellor, aiming to revive Germany's economy and manage migration ahead of the 2025 election.
German election: Major parties unveil their 2025 platforms DW 12/17/2024Germany is set for early elections after a lost confidence vote, with debates scheduled between Chancellor Scholz and CDU leader Merz.
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.
Germany: Merkel again criticizes Merz over vote with AfD DW 02/05/2025Angela Merkel criticized Friedrich Merz's reliance on far-right AfD votes, asserting it was crucial to speak out against such actions.
Germany's CDU vows to make AfD 'as small as possible again' DW 02/03/2025The CDU adopted a key immigration and economic program focusing on minimizing the influence of the far-right AfD party while enhancing security and competitiveness.
By courting the far right, the man tipped to be Germany's next chancellor may have sealed his own downfall | Florian RanftThe collaboration with the far-right AfD by CDU's Merz marks a turning point in German politics and poses risks for future governance.
Angela Merkel rebukes successor for alliance with far-right AfD on anti-immigration motionAngela Merkel criticizes Friedrich Merz for aligning with the far-right AfD on migration policy, undermining mainstream party integrity.
Europe live: German parliament to hear proposals on asylum law change after Aschaffenburg killingsFriedrich Merz proposes major changes to German asylum laws, potentially aligning with far-right support and leading to increased deportations.
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.
Germany: Merkel again criticizes Merz over vote with AfD DW 02/05/2025Angela Merkel criticized Friedrich Merz's reliance on far-right AfD votes, asserting it was crucial to speak out against such actions.
Germany's CDU vows to make AfD 'as small as possible again' DW 02/03/2025The CDU adopted a key immigration and economic program focusing on minimizing the influence of the far-right AfD party while enhancing security and competitiveness.
By courting the far right, the man tipped to be Germany's next chancellor may have sealed his own downfall | Florian RanftThe collaboration with the far-right AfD by CDU's Merz marks a turning point in German politics and poses risks for future governance.
Angela Merkel rebukes successor for alliance with far-right AfD on anti-immigration motionAngela Merkel criticizes Friedrich Merz for aligning with the far-right AfD on migration policy, undermining mainstream party integrity.
Europe live: German parliament to hear proposals on asylum law change after Aschaffenburg killingsFriedrich Merz proposes major changes to German asylum laws, potentially aligning with far-right support and leading to increased deportations.
Is Germany's industrial economic model in danger? DW 02/19/2025Germany's industrial sector is struggling, and uncertainty over future government policies exacerbates economic challenges.
Germany's Merz tells DW that AfD 'wants to destroy the CDU' DW 02/04/2025Friedrich Merz seeks to firmly oppose the far-right AfD while campaigning as leader of the CDU before elections.
Which coalition governments are most likely after Germany's election?The CDU is likely to win the elections but will likely need to form a coalition government.Germany's proportional representation system hinders the formation of an absolute majority.
Germany's Would-Be Chancellor Tries to Get Back on Cruise ControlFriedrich Merz uses EU regulations as a symbol of government overreach that impacts both the economy and citizen satisfaction.
Germany's Merz tells DW that AfD 'wants to destroy the CDU' DW 02/04/2025Friedrich Merz seeks to firmly oppose the far-right AfD while campaigning as leader of the CDU before elections.
Which coalition governments are most likely after Germany's election?The CDU is likely to win the elections but will likely need to form a coalition government.Germany's proportional representation system hinders the formation of an absolute majority.
Germany's Would-Be Chancellor Tries to Get Back on Cruise ControlFriedrich Merz uses EU regulations as a symbol of government overreach that impacts both the economy and citizen satisfaction.
Germany's Merkel blasts CDU leader for cooperating with far-right AfDFriedrich Merz faced criticism for relying on AfD support to pass controversial migration motion in Germany.
Berlin: 160,000 protest against CDU-AfD collaboration DW 02/02/2025A massive protest in Berlin criticized CDU for its ties to the far-right AfD in light of proposed asylum law changes.
Germany: In Thuringia, Merz repeats CDU won't ally with AfD DW 08/21/2024Friedrich Merz reaffirms CDU's commitment to not ally with AfD ahead of crucial state elections in Thuringia.
Germany's Merkel blasts CDU leader for cooperating with far-right AfDFriedrich Merz faced criticism for relying on AfD support to pass controversial migration motion in Germany.
Berlin: 160,000 protest against CDU-AfD collaboration DW 02/02/2025A massive protest in Berlin criticized CDU for its ties to the far-right AfD in light of proposed asylum law changes.
Germany: In Thuringia, Merz repeats CDU won't ally with AfD DW 08/21/2024Friedrich Merz reaffirms CDU's commitment to not ally with AfD ahead of crucial state elections in Thuringia.
Scholz's challenger brings tough migration plans to German parliament, faces blowback on far rightGermany's upcoming election centers on migration policy, with Friedrich Merz pushing for tougher measures amid public outcry after a tragic attack.
German CDU leader Friedrich Merz vows to toughen migration policyFriedrich Merz is intensifying his anti-migration stance ahead of Germany's upcoming federal elections.
Friedrich Merz: Conservative party head bids for chancellor DW 09/17/2024Friedrich Merz is set to be the CDU/CSU candidate for chancellor in the 2025 elections, focusing on migration and economic issues.
What would a CDU election win mean for Germany?The CDU, led by Friedrich Merz, is poised to become the ruling party in Germany amid upcoming early elections.
German opposition leader vows to push asylum law change after killingsFriedrich Merz plans to propose urgent asylum law changes, emphasizing deportations in response to public safety concerns.
Scholz's challenger brings tough migration plans to German parliament, faces blowback on far rightGermany's upcoming election centers on migration policy, with Friedrich Merz pushing for tougher measures amid public outcry after a tragic attack.
German CDU leader Friedrich Merz vows to toughen migration policyFriedrich Merz is intensifying his anti-migration stance ahead of Germany's upcoming federal elections.
Friedrich Merz: Conservative party head bids for chancellor DW 09/17/2024Friedrich Merz is set to be the CDU/CSU candidate for chancellor in the 2025 elections, focusing on migration and economic issues.
What would a CDU election win mean for Germany?The CDU, led by Friedrich Merz, is poised to become the ruling party in Germany amid upcoming early elections.
German opposition leader vows to push asylum law change after killingsFriedrich Merz plans to propose urgent asylum law changes, emphasizing deportations in response to public safety concerns.
Germany: CDU's Merz wants 'positive' Trump trade approach DW 01/02/2025Friedrich Merz advocates for a new EU-US free trade deal to avoid tariff escalations.
Friedrich Merz lashes out at Greens as German election campaign startsFriedrich Merz aims to restore political harmony in Germany, contrasting sharply with the current coalition government.
Who is Friedrich Merz, Germany's probable next chancellor?Friedrich Merz is poised to lead Germany's CDU/CSU, focusing on revitalizing the economy and restoring national pride during challenging times.