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.
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.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on MondayThe 'Grand coalition' is working to finalize negotiations on key policies, facing challenges over migration, taxes, and social spending.
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.
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.
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.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on MondayThe 'Grand coalition' is working to finalize negotiations on key policies, facing challenges over migration, taxes, and social spending.
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.
Germans no longer see US as trustworthy partner DW 03/07/2025Germany's political parties agree on substantial infrastructure and military investments despite rising debt, showing broad public support for increased spending.
German parties agree to loosen fiscal rules to overhaul military, economyGermany's CDU/CSU and SPD plan a €500 billion infrastructure fund and overhaul borrowing limits to enhance defense and invest in the economy.
Social Democrats lead Hamburg state election: early results DW 03/02/2025The SPD and Greens coalition in Hamburg is likely to continue, with SPD retaining the largest vote share despite a decrease compared to 2020.
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.
Germany: Parties reportedly agree on historic debt deal DW 03/14/2025German parties agree on substantial increase in government borrowing.Support from the Greens is crucial for CDU/CSU to pass the debt plan.
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.
Germans no longer see US as trustworthy partner DW 03/07/2025Germany's political parties agree on substantial infrastructure and military investments despite rising debt, showing broad public support for increased spending.
German parties agree to loosen fiscal rules to overhaul military, economyGermany's CDU/CSU and SPD plan a €500 billion infrastructure fund and overhaul borrowing limits to enhance defense and invest in the economy.
Social Democrats lead Hamburg state election: early results DW 03/02/2025The SPD and Greens coalition in Hamburg is likely to continue, with SPD retaining the largest vote share despite a decrease compared to 2020.
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.
Germany: Parties reportedly agree on historic debt deal DW 03/14/2025German parties agree on substantial increase in government borrowing.Support from the Greens is crucial for CDU/CSU to pass the debt plan.
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.
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.
German election: CDU/CSU and SPD to begin preliminary talks DW 02/27/2025CDU/CSU and SPD begin exploratory talks to form a coalition government, with difficult negotiations anticipated due to ideological differences.
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.
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: Green's Baerbock wants to take back seat DW 03/05/2025Baerbock declines parliamentary leader role, prioritizing personal reasons; coalition talks progress between CDU/CSU and SPD.
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.
German election: CDU/CSU and SPD to begin preliminary talks DW 02/27/2025CDU/CSU and SPD begin exploratory talks to form a coalition government, with difficult negotiations anticipated due to ideological differences.
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.
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: Green's Baerbock wants to take back seat DW 03/05/2025Baerbock declines parliamentary leader role, prioritizing personal reasons; coalition talks progress between CDU/CSU and SPD.
Germany's oldest party between a rock and a hard place DW 03/04/2025The SPD faces a significant electoral decline, highlighted by their poor performance in both the recent Hamburg elections and the February federal elections.
Anti-migrant hate is flourishing in Germany's time of the cowards' | Musa OkwongaGerman democracy faces instability as political coalitions crumble, reflecting a lack of vision and effective leadership.
Stunned Social Democrats turn to supporting role in new German governmentFriedrich Merz's alliance leads polls, signaling an urgent need for SPD to adapt amidst political turbulence.
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.
Potential hurdles on road to new German governmentCDU/CSU aims to form a government by Easter amid multiple crises, facing challenges on migration and security.
Why did Germany's SPD party do so badly in the election? DW 03/04/2025SPD shows signs of recovery in Hamburg elections, but faces significant long-term challenges in regaining voter trust.
Germany's oldest party between a rock and a hard place DW 03/04/2025The SPD faces a significant electoral decline, highlighted by their poor performance in both the recent Hamburg elections and the February federal elections.
Anti-migrant hate is flourishing in Germany's time of the cowards' | Musa OkwongaGerman democracy faces instability as political coalitions crumble, reflecting a lack of vision and effective leadership.
Stunned Social Democrats turn to supporting role in new German governmentFriedrich Merz's alliance leads polls, signaling an urgent need for SPD to adapt amidst political turbulence.
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.
Potential hurdles on road to new German governmentCDU/CSU aims to form a government by Easter amid multiple crises, facing challenges on migration and security.
Why did Germany's SPD party do so badly in the election? DW 03/04/2025SPD shows signs of recovery in Hamburg elections, but faces significant long-term challenges in regaining voter trust.
IN NUMBERS: What happened in the German election?High voter turnout of 82.5% highlights increased political engagement in Germany, with the far-right AfD party making significant electoral gains.
German election: Immigration and economy key issues DW 02/22/2025The election reveals a strong public desire for political change in Germany after years of left-wing governance.
Who are the winners and losers of Germany's key state election in Brandenburg?The SPD's win in Brandenburg reflects local leadership strength and historical ties rather than broader national support trends.
IN NUMBERS: What happened in the German election?High voter turnout of 82.5% highlights increased political engagement in Germany, with the far-right AfD party making significant electoral gains.
German election: Immigration and economy key issues DW 02/22/2025The election reveals a strong public desire for political change in Germany after years of left-wing governance.
Who are the winners and losers of Germany's key state election in Brandenburg?The SPD's win in Brandenburg reflects local leadership strength and historical ties rather than broader national support trends.
From migration to economy: The high-stakes German elections DW 02/22/2025The upcoming snap election in Germany reflects a strong desire for political change among voters.
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.
German election: CDU/CSU clearly ahead in the polls DW 02/14/2025The SPD is trailing significantly in polls ahead of the February 23 election, with only 14% of support.Current political sentiment favors the CDU/CSU leading government formation over SPD.
Germany: Scholz warns of lawsuit over 'racist lapse' claim DW 02/13/2025Chancellor Scholz denies racial intent in remarks about his conservative opponent and threatens legal action against accusations of racism.
Scholz or Pistorius: Germany's SPD to discuss candidates DW 11/19/2024Chancellor Scholz's leadership is under scrutiny as the SPD considers alternative candidates for upcoming snap 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.
German election: CDU/CSU clearly ahead in the polls DW 02/14/2025The SPD is trailing significantly in polls ahead of the February 23 election, with only 14% of support.Current political sentiment favors the CDU/CSU leading government formation over SPD.
Germany: Scholz warns of lawsuit over 'racist lapse' claim DW 02/13/2025Chancellor Scholz denies racial intent in remarks about his conservative opponent and threatens legal action against accusations of racism.
Scholz or Pistorius: Germany's SPD to discuss candidates DW 11/19/2024Chancellor Scholz's leadership is under scrutiny as the SPD considers alternative candidates for upcoming snap elections.
Berkeley's Small Press Distribution, Champion of Indie Books, Shuts Down | KQEDSPD, a 55-year-old nonprofit literary distributor, has ceased operations due to financial constraints.SPD was known for supporting indie publishers in distributing avant-garde works nationwide.
Wie Merz und Scholz um den Osten kampfenThe Chancellor and the CDU chief address current issues in separate interviews, showcasing the challenges faced by both major political parties.