Will the far right be the second largest party? Everything you need to know about Germany's elections

Watch | Who Is Friedrich Merz? Will He Be Germany’s Next Chancellor After CDU Win?

Friedrich Merz is set to become Germany’s new chancellor after his CDU/CSU bloc secured 28.5% votes, defeating Olaf Scholz’s SPD. Merz, a longtime conservative leader, vows to revive Germany’s economy and impose stricter immigration policies. His political career saw setbacks under Angela Merkel, but he staged a strong comeback in 2022. With AfD securing 20.7% votes, coalition talks are crucial. Born in 1955, Merz has a legal background and extensive experience in finance. His next challenge? Forming a stable government to lead Germany through economic and political challenges. #FriedrichMerz #GermanyElection #GermanChancellor #CDU #CSU #OlafScholz #GermanPolitics #ElectionResults #Merz #AfD #ImmigrationPolicy #EconomicRevival #GermanyNews #PoliticalShift #GermanyVotes #CoalitionGovernment #AngelaMerkel #CDUCSU #Bundestag #EuropePolitics Also Read PM Modi's full statement after his meeting with German Chancellor :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/pm-modi-s-full-statement-after-his-meeting-with-german-chancellor-3528322.html?ref=DMDesc PM Modi meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at Rashtrapari Bhavan in New Delhi | Watch :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/pm-modi-meets-german-chancellor-olaf-scholz-at-rashtrapari-bhavan-in-new-delhi-watch-3528123.html?ref=DMDesc German Chancellor Scholz to arrive in India on Feb 25 on a two-day visit :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/german-chancellor-scholz-to-arrive-in-india-on-feb-on-a-two-day-visit-3525993.html?ref=DMDesc

German Election Results : Scholz Concedes Defeat As CDU/CSU Wins, AFD Secures Second-Place Finish

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has conceded defeat as the CDU/CSU secures victory in Germanys national election. The right-wing AfD made history by finishing second with 20.4% of the vote, marking its strongest national result ever. Friedrich Merz, CDU leader, vowed swift government formation, rejecting any coalition with Scholz’s SPD, which suffered its worst result since WWII. The election, dominated by migration debates, saw international figures like Elon Musk and J.D. Vance weigh in. Analysts predict a CDU led coalition but remain uncertain about Scholzs future role. #GermanyElection #Scholz #CDU #AfD #Germany #Politics #ElectionResults #GermanyVotes #FriedrichMerz #OlafScholz #GermanPolitics #Election2025 #AngelaMerkel #RightWing #SPD #AfDResults #EuropeNews #Merkel #GermanyUpdates #WorldPolitics ~PR.152~ED.102~HT.334~

Merz’s centre-right CDU lead in Germany’s federal election, exit polls show

Merz’s centre-right CDU lead in Germany’s federal election, exit polls show Incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz has conceded defeat for his centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) after what he called “a bitter election result” on Sunday. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/02/23/merzs-centre-right-cdu-lead-in-germanys-federal-election-exit-polls-show Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Russia's Zakharova Issues Warning - 'Germany’s New Chancellor Bringing Back Dark Chapter in History'

Russia has raised serious concerns over the incoming German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, as his statements hint at a potential return to a controversial past. Maria Zakharova, the Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, questions whether Merz's pledge to "assume responsibility again" signals a dangerous shift for Germany and the world. With tensions already high in global politics, Zakharova's remarks suggest that Merz’s leadership could revive one of Germany’s darkest historical periods. In this video, we break down the implications of Merz’s statements and what they mean for Germany, Russia, and international relations. Watch as we dive deep into the potential consequences of a Merz-led Germany. #FriedrichMerz #RussiaWarning #GermanyChancellor #MariaZakharova #DarkHistory #GermanPolitics #InternationalRelations #GeopoliticalTensions #GermanyHistory #RussiaGermanyRelations #GlobalPolitics #EasterAddress #GermanLeadership #PoliticalConcerns #FriedrichMerzWarning #RussiaAndGermany ~PR.274~HT.408~GR.344~

El Salvador 'Safer' Than Most of Europe-How Bukele Turned Violent Gang Nation Into a Global Outlier?

El Salvador, once known as one of the most dangerous countries in the world, is now being called safer than much of Europe — including France, Germany, and the UK — by the U.S. State Department. President Nayib Bukele’s controversial war on gangs has brought a dramatic drop in crime, but at what cost? #ElSalvador #Bukele #USStateDepartment #TravelAdvisory #CentralAmerica #CrimeDrop #HumanRights #EuropeTravel #LatinAmerica #Politics #GangViolence #Documentary #CurrentEvents #InternationalNews #GlobalSecurity Also Read article testing new :: https://www.oneindia.com/temp/article-testing-new-4058241.html?ref=DMDesc test plugins :: https://www.oneindia.com/temp/test-plugins-4044991.html?ref=DMDesc Donald Trump Claims Google Censors News About Him; Google Denies :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-accuses-google-of-censoring-news-011-3896863.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~HT.336~

Meet Toby Binder: The German photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth

Meet Toby Binder: The German photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth Binder's project, which won the 2025 Sony World Photography Award for Documentary, explores how the Troubles continues to shape a new generation in Belfast. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/17/meet-toby-binder-the-german-photographer-capturing-the-lives-of-belfasts-divided-youth Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Russian drone attacks kill nine in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region

Russian drone attacks kill nine in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region In the Ukrainian town of Marhanets, a bus was targeted by a Russian drone. Russia also launched an overnight attack on Kharkiv, Kherson, Poltava and Odesa. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/23/russian-drone-attacks-kill-nine-in-ukraines-dnipropetrovsk-region Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages