Germany in turmoil as Merz fails in chancellor bid: What happens next?
Tuesday, 6 May 2025 () Friedrich Merz failed to secure an outright majority in the Bundestag, prompting the AfD to demand new elections and criticize the government's leadership. The unprecedented outcome exposed divisions within the coalition, raising doubts about Merz's ability to govern effectively. Despite the setback, analysts believe Merz may still become chancellor, but the vote has weakened his position amid global instability.
In a stunning and unprecedented setback, Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz has failed to secure the majority needed to become chancellor in the first round of parliamentary voting — missing by just six votes. The defeat marks the first time since World War II that a chancellor candidate...
Chancellor Merz inaugurates German brigade in Lithuania to strengthen NATO's eastern flank
Friedrich Merz visited Lithuania to inaugurate a German brigade aimed at strengthening NATO's presence and..
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk talk to the media in Albania following a call with US..
Germany's Merz says Russia-Ukraine talks 'fell short' of expectations
Speaking alongside Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome, Merz vowed to continue to increase the pressure on Moscow with..
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published
Friedrich Merz's bid to become Germany's next chancellor faced a setback as he failed to secure a majority in the Bundestag's initial vote, falling six votes... IndiaTimes
Tuesday, 6 May 2025 ()
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