Angela Merkel

Chancellor of Germany

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Angela Dorothea Merkel is a German politician serving as Chancellor of Germany since 2005. She served as Leader of the Opposition from 2002 to 2005 and as Leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) from 2000 to 2018. A member of the Christian Democratic Union, Merkel is the first female chancellor of Germany. Merkel has been variously described as the de facto leader of the European Union and the most powerful woman in the world.

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Brussels must not invent new conditions for EU membership, says Merkel The comments came as Merkel was in the Western Balkans meeting heads of government from Albania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kosovo. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:16Published 1 day ago

Letting Balkan countries into EU is in bloc's interests, says Merkel After Serbia, Merkel travelled to Albania where she meet the leaders of five other Western Balkan states that are striving for EU membership. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:05Published 2 days ago

Germany's ruling coalition trails in polls, two weeks before election If polls are correct, Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling centre-right bloc is heading for a historic defeat in the county's federal election on September 26 Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published 4 days ago


The environmentalist hoping to succeed Angela Merkel Annalena Baerbock, the Green Party candidate for German Chancellor, tells Amanpour “it’s important” Germany gets up to 50,000 more people out of Afghanistan. Credit: Bleacher Report AOL Duration: 14:34Published 2 weeks ago

German election polls: Who is leading the race to replace Merkel? It's exactly a month until Germany's pivotal election. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:49Published 3 weeks ago

Germany to help Afghans seeking to leave beyond Aug. 31 deadline, says Merkel Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:36Published 3 weeks ago

Afghanistan crisis: Merkel says negotiations should continue with Taliban Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 00:36Published 3 weeks ago

Merkel, Ukrainian leader discuss peace efforts, gas pipeline Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:50Published 3 weeks ago

Angela Merkel urges high-level meeting on eastern Ukraine in 'farewell visit' to Kyiv Angela Merkel said she supported further peace talks on the situation in eastern Ukraine during her "farewell visit" to Kyiv. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 3 weeks ago

Russia - Germany relations: Merkel, Putin meet despite tensions Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 05:03Published on August 20, 2021

Merkel says Moscow, Berlin should talk despite 'deep differences' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 00:29Published on August 20, 2021

Merkel and Putin to meet on anniversary of Navalny's poisoning as relations hit low Merkel's visit to Putin comes as the chancellor is nearing the end of her almost 16-year-long leadership of Germany. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:55Published on August 20, 2021

Merkel and Putin to discuss Afghanistan, Navalny poisoning Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:23Published on August 20, 2021

Afghan pullout is 'biggest NATO debacle': Merkel party chief Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:30Published on August 16, 2021

Germany: Merkel's replacement tries to save his image Armin Laschet was caught laughing during a visit to a flood-hit area. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:30Published on August 14, 2021

Germany Will No Longer Fund COVID Tests for Unvaccinated Individuals German Chancellor Angela Merkel announced the change on 11th August. Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:35Published on August 12, 2021

German election: Political parties kick-off their campaigns ahead of pivotal vote The vote on Sunday, September 26 will determine who will take over from Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is stepping down after 16 years in office. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:20Published on August 11, 2021

German officials to discuss COVID-19 testing and flooding aid at summit German Chancellor Angela Merkel and state officials will meet later today to discuss the future handling of the coronavirus pandemic and aid for areas affected by the devastating floods of mid-July. Credit: Euronews English Duration: 01:50Published on August 10, 2021

General election campaigns launch in Germany It will soon be time to replace Angela Merkel and her government. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:54Published on August 9, 2021

Merkel promises quick aid as Germans struggle with flood havoc German government faces growing questions about how well-prepared authorities were for devastating natural disaster. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:18Published on July 21, 2021

Merkel visits 'surreal' flood zone as death toll rises Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:52Published on July 19, 2021

‘It’s terrifying’: Merkel shocked by German flood devastation The German Chancellor expressed shock after visiting the flood-hit region and promised financial aid in the wake of the disaster. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:00Published on July 19, 2021

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Pope Francis criticises West's involvement in Afghanistan - but quotes Putin instead of Merkel Pope Francis mistakenly invoked Vladimir Putin in his criticism of the West's involvement in Afghanistan as an attempt by outsiders to impose democracy. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
PM Modi, Italian counterpart hold talks, both stress on international cooperation to address Afghan crisis Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to his Italian counterpart Mario Draghi as the two leaders stressed the need for international cooperation, including at the level of the G20, in addressing.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
'We have to act fast': Calm Merkel promises 'rapid recovery' after Germany devastated by floods German Chancellor Angela Merkel has told her nation that a recovery plan will be in place within days, after visiting some of the areas that were worst affected by the country's floods. Sky News - Published on July 18, 2021

German coronavirus restrictions on British travellers eased Restrictions on people travelling from the UK to Germany have been eased, days after Boris Johnson and Angela Merkel met at Chequers. Sky News - Published on July 5, 2021
Merkel tells PM number of fans at Wembley for Euro 2020 seems 'a bit too much' German Chancellor Angela Merkel has told Boris Johnson of her "grave concern" at the number of football fans being allowed to attend Euro 2020 games at Wembley Stadium. Sky News - Published on July 2, 2021
PM 'confident' UK's India-produced vaccines won't be a problem - as Merkel offers travel hope for double-jabbed Boris Johnson is "very confident" that the UK's use of India-produced jabs won't prevent Britons being able to travel abroad - as German chancellor Angela Merkel offered hope of quarantine-free trips.. Sky News - Published on July 2, 2021

UK-EU travel restrictions set to be high on agenda as PM hosts Germany's Merkel for talks The prime minister will welcome Angela Merkel to the UK later, with coronavirus travel restrictions expected to be high on the agenda for their talks. Sky News - Published on July 1, 2021
At 66 percent, PM Modi's global approval rating higher than Biden, Merkel, Trudeau and Johnson PM Modi has emerged with a better approval rating compared to other prominent world leaders like Biden, Merkel, Trudeau, Macron. DNA - Published on June 18, 2021
G7 outreach summit: PM Narendra Modi gives mantra of 'one earth, one health' German chancellor Angela Merkel specifically referred to PM's mantra of "One Earth, One Health" at the meet and conveyed her strong support to it. DNA - Published on June 12, 2021
Merkel's party suffers historic defeats as Germans react to handling of COVID crisis German Chancellor Angela Merkel's party has suffered historic defeats in regional elections as voters reacted to her handling of the COVID-19 crisis. Sky News - Published on March 15, 2021

Merkel has months left - here's who could end up leading Europe's biggest economy Every year, Forbes magazine produces a list of the most powerful women in the world. And in 14 of the past 15 years, it has been the same person - Angela Merkel. Sky News - Published on January 15, 2021
Coronavirus vaccines, Indo Pacific key focus at Modi-Merkel video conference PM Modi also appreciated the long-standing role of Merkel in providing stable and strong leadership at the European and global stage. DNA - Published on January 7, 2021
Data firm puts PM Narendra Modi's net approval at 55 per cent The similar figure for German Chancellor Angela Merkel is 24 per cent while it is in the negative for UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson as more people disapprove of his work than those who approve it... IndiaTimes - Published on December 31, 2020	Angela Merkel wishes PM Modi on 70th birthday; vows to strengthen bilateral ties “Please accept my warmest congratulations on the occasion of your 70th birthday. I am happy to take this opportunity to thank you for our trustful and constructive cooperation,” Merkel said in her.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 17, 2020
Germany should not rule out Russia sanctions over Berlin murder: Merkel ally Germany should consider sanctions against Russia over the murder of a former Chechen rebel in Berlin last summer, a lawmaker from Chancellor Angela Merkel conservative bloc said on Thursday. Reuters - Published on June 18, 2020	Germany bans big events until October despite COVID decline Germany will extend a ban on large events until at least the end of October to try to avoid a new wave of coronavirus infections, Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Wednesday. Reuters - Published on June 17, 2020
Merkel urges caution despite fewer coronavirus cases Chancellor Angela Merkel urged Germans on Wednesday to remain cautious and stick to social distancing rules, but also added that the number of new coronavirus infections had stabilized at a low level. Reuters - Published on June 17, 2020	Germany's SPD eyes Scholz as chancellor candidate for 2021 election Germany's Social Democrats (SPD) will ask Finance Minister Olaf Scholz to be their chancellor candidate at an election next year when conservative Angela Merkel's fourth and last term ends, the weekly.. Reuters - Published on June 17, 2020
Merkel, Erdogan agree U.N. process for Libya should be bolstered: statement German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed the conflict in Libya and the situation in the eastern Mediterranean in a video call with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Merkel's spokesman said in a.. Reuters - Published on June 16, 2020	For virus-tamer Merkel, global alliances trumped nationalism Travelling in convoy through the Chinese city of Wuhan last September, Angela Merkel called a halt. As her party crossed a bridge over the Yangtze river, the German Chancellor wanted to hear about a.. Reuters - Published on June 10, 2020
Putin and Merkel discuss Syria, Libya, Ukraine in phone call: Kremlin Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed Syria's humanitarian aid needs in a telephone call, the Kremlin said in a statement on Tuesday. Reuters - Published on June 9, 2020	Germany's Merkel urges U.N.-backed Libya talks in phone call with Egypt's Sisi Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed the situation in conflict-wracked Libya with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the German governemnt said in a statement on Monday. Reuters - Published on June 8, 2020
U.S. troop plans "shake transatlantic relationship", Merkel ally says U.S. plans to withdraw troops from Germany "shake the pillars of the transatlantic relationship", Peter Beyer, the German coordinator for transatlantic ties, told Reuters on Monday. Reuters - Published on June 8, 2020	U.S. decision to withdraw troops from Germany "unacceptable" - Merkel ally Germany's coordinator for transatlantic ties has criticised U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw thousands of troops from Germany. Reuters - Published on June 8, 2020
Merkel allies criticize Trump decision to cut U.S. troops in Germany Senior lawmakers from German Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling conservative bloc on Saturday criticized President Donald Trump's decision to order the U.S. military to remove 9,500 troops from Germany. Reuters - Published on June 6, 2020	Germany's Merkel, China's Li to hold video conference: spokesman German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang will hold a video conference on Thursday to discuss the coronavirus pandemic, economic policy and international issues, a German.. Reuters - Published on June 5, 2020
Germany's Merkel calls for reconciliation after 'terrible' Floyd murder German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the murder of George Floyd, the black man whose death in U.S. police custody set off a wave of protests, was a "very very terrible thing" and called for.. Reuters - Published on June 4, 2020	Merkel sticking to decision not to run again as German chancellor Germany's Angela Merkel reiterated on Thursday that she was sticking to her decision not to run again for a fifth term as chancellor of Europe's biggest economy. Reuters - Published on June 4, 2020
Factbox: Germany's stimulus package helps consumers and companies German Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition on Wednesday agreed on a stimulus package worth 130 billion euros ($146 billion) to help companies and workers in Europe's largest economy recover more.. Reuters - Published on June 3, 2020	German coalition parties agree 130 billion euro stimulus package Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling coalition on Wednesday agreed a bumper stimulus package to speed up Germany's recovery from the coronavirus Reuters - Published on June 3, 2020
Germany's Merkel rejects Trump invite to attend G7 summit in Washington: Politico German Chancellor Angela Merkel has refused to accept U.S. President Donald Trump's invitation to attend an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States, Politico reported on.. Reuters - Published on May 29, 2020	Merkel urges fellow leaders to contribute more to multilateral organisations German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday urged fellow leaders to consider providing further support to multilateral institutions like the United Nations and the World Health Organisation to speed.. Reuters - Published on May 28, 2020
Merkel insists on basics as states take bigger role in virus controls Chancellor Angela Merkel has conceded more responsibility to Germany's 16 states for tackling the coronavirus epidemic, but insisted that social distancing and mask-wearing were needed to avoid a new.. Reuters - Published on May 27, 2020	Merkel: German states taking more responsibility for coronavirus steps Germany's federal government is monitoring the coronavirus closely but practical responsibility lies increasingly with the 16 states, Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Wednesday, warning care must be.. Reuters - Published on May 27, 2020
Merkel: We have to make clear pandemic not over German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Wednesday it has to be made clear that the coronavirus pandemic is not over and basic measures such as social distancing and wearing face masks are still needed. Reuters - Published on May 27, 2020	Germany can't confirm Merkel will attend G7 in person: spokeswoman German Chancellor Angela Merkel cannot confirm her physical presence at an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States yet, a spokeswoman said on Wednesday, adding that this would.. Reuters - Published on May 27, 2020
German government, regions tussle over reopening from lockdowns Germany's central and regional governments were at odds on Monday over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with allies of Chancellor Angela Merkel warning that scrapping them risks.. Reuters - Published on May 25, 2020	Would-be Merkel successor warns against EU 'transfer union' The European Union must be careful not to become a "transfer union" in which richer member states are asked to bankroll their poorer peers, a leading candidate to succeed German Chancellor Angela.. Reuters - Published on May 21, 2020
'It's up to us': how Merkel and Macron revived EU solidarity It took a courtroom of scarlet-robed judges to spur Angela Merkel to make one of her boldest moves in 15 years as German chancellor: propose huge cash handouts to the European Union's weaker economies. Reuters - Published on May 20, 2020	Merkel, Visegrad states: We'll dismantle border controls when pandemic allows German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of the Visegrad Four group of countries on Tuesday agreed that in was in their interests to gradually dismantle border crossing restrictions and controls.. Reuters - Published on May 19, 2020
Merkel: Coronavirus pandemic will be overcome quicker if world works together German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the coronavirus pandemic would be overcome more quickly if the world works together to tackle it, adding that it was necessary to look at whether the World Health.. Reuters - Published on May 18, 2020	Macron, Merkel to announce new 'Franco-German initiative' on Monday French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will present a new Franco-German initiative later on Monday, Macron's office said in a surprise statement. Reuters - Published on May 18, 2020
French President Macron to hold video conference with Merkel French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a video conference later on Monday with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, said a statement from Macron's office. Reuters - Published on May 18, 2020	German conservatives won't nominate Merkel successor before December: RND Germany's Christian Democrats will not hold an extraordinary party congress to choose their candidate to succeed Chancellor Angela Merkel before December, the RND media group reported on Friday. Reuters - Published on May 15, 2020
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Angela Merkel

Chancellor of Germany

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