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Germany, Friedrich Merz and Europe

Merz warns Europe should seek ‘independence’ from US after conservatives win German election - and far-right support surges

Europe must seek to “achieve independence” from the United States, Germany’s likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz said after his opposition conservatives won elections on Sunday, in a vote that also saw surging support for the far-right.

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President Abbas congratulates Merz for winning Germany’s parliamentary elections

In a congratulatory telegram, President Abbas wished Merz success in forming the new government to serve the German people and enhance Germany's pioneering role in supporting stability and peace at the regional and international levels.

The Washington Post · 1d

Who is Friedrich Merz, the German election winner warning Europe about Trump?

Merz expressed concern over changing relations with Washington under the Trump administration, emphasizing the need for gradual independence from the U.S.

Friedrich Merz, Germany and chancellor

The New York Times · 2d

Friedrich Merz, a Conservative, Is Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor

The Christian Democrat, who appeared to have a path to a stable governing coalition, hopes to lead Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.

Reuters · 1d

Likely next German chancellor Merz questions NATO's future in 'current form'

Germany's likely next Chancellor Friedrich Merz questioned on Sunday whether NATO would remain in its "current form" by June in light of comments by U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, and said Europe must quickly establish an independent defence capability.

WION on MSN · 13h

Germany's chancellor Merz calls for Europe's 'independence' from US

Friedrich Merz, who is likely to be the country’s next chancellor, has stated that Europe must work towards achieving independence from the United States. His remarks come after his center-right alliance's victory in the parliamentary elections,

German elections: CDU’s Merz looks set to be next chancellor as far-right AfD surges

Millions of Germans are voting in snap elections. The centre-right CDU is predicted to win the biggest share of votes, ...

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Who is Friedrich Merz? Meet the conservative leader taking the reins of the German chancellery

Merz, a man who has never held a government role, is preparing to take the reins in Germany just as the country faces ...

How Friedrich Merz Will Try to Lead Europe Despite a Weakened Hand

The likely next chancellor is unpopular, and his country’s economy has stalled. But his penchant for risks could help lead to ...

German election victor Merz plans pivot from US as coalition talks loom

Friedrich Merz faces complex coalition negotiations after the far-right AfD surged to a historic second place in a fractured ...

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German business leaders say new government must act quickly to rescue stagnant economy

Germany’s businesses have been frustrated by government inaction on the stagnating economy. Sunday’s national election raises ...

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Europe looks to Merz to reboot German power in crisis times

The German electorate has backed conservative Friedrich Merz to lead Germany, and by extension Europe, during a decisive stress test in trans- Atlantic relations. "For me, the absolute priority will ...

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German election winner vows ‘real independence’ from US

Friedrich Merz, the leader of Germany’s center-right Christian Democrats, who finished first in Sunday’s election, has vowed ...

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Conservative opposition wins German election and the far right is 2nd with strongest postwar result

Projections show German opposition leader Friedrich Merz’s conservatives have won a lackluster victory in Sunday's national ...

Friedrich Merz: The man who wants Britain’s bomb

Chancellor-in-waiting may ask for shelter under UK and France’s nuclear umbrella as he calls for Europe to build up its ...

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