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Who is Friedrich Merz? Meet Europe’s most powerful leader as US turns its back
After winning the German election, the conservative leader must navigate a new era without Washington as a close ally.
The Latest: Opposition leader Merz’s headed to form Germany’s next government
Germany’s mainstream conservatives have won the country’s national election, while a far-right party surged to become the country's second-largest party.
Germany's Merz questions the longevity of NATO's 'current form'
Germany's likely next Chancellor Friedrich Merz questioned on Sunday whether NATO would remain in its "current form" by June ...
Conservatives head for German election victory as far-right AfD set for second place, exit polls say
But the other big story is that the anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is set to become the second biggest ...
German Election Live Updates: High voter turnout registered across nation by midday
This important election has galvanised voters, and campaigning resumed on Saturday evening with a final discussion on ...
Merz’s victory opens new era of German uncertainty
Friedrich Merz will be the next chancellor of Germany. And he still can’t tell what his government program will be. His ...
Germany votes Sunday for a new government that will shape Europe’s response to an assertive Trump
German voters go to the polls Sunday to elect a parliament that will determine who runs the country for the next four years.