Germany At A Turning Point: Friedrich Merz’s Challenge To Lead In An Age Of Crisis – OpEd

New German Chancellor Merz aims for stronger EU ties with France and Poland

New German Chancellor Merz aims for stronger EU ties with France and Poland Visiting Paris and Warsaw, Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke about defence and European unity, marking a shift from his predecessor's policies and aiming for a stronger EU. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/09/new-german-chancellor-merz-aims-for-stronger-eu-ties-with-france-and-poland Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

German Chancellor Merz to declare National Emergency to tackle illegal immigration; reports suggest

Reports emerged that a National Emergency will soon be declared in Germany to tackle the issue of illegal immigration. The German government has denied reports claiming Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared a national emergency to tighten border controls. Officials confirmed that Article 72 of the EU Treaty has not been triggered, despite media speculation. Interior Minister Dobrindt did announce stricter border checks and increased migrant rejections, sparking criticism from EU neighbors and legal experts. #Germany #Immigration #FriedrichMerz #BorderControl #EUlaw #NationalEmergency #AsylumPolicy #MigrantCrisis #Dobrindt ~HT.410~GR.124~

Germans defy ban on soviet-era songs & victory symbols | Russian folk songs echo in Berlin

Germany commemorated the 80th Victory Day with ceremonies honoring the defeat of Nazi Germany in WWII. Despite a ban on Soviet-era songs and symbols due to the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, Russian folk songs echoed through Berlin streets in defiance. The ban sparked criticism from Russia, emphasizing the right to honor Red Army soldiers who played a vital role in defeating Nazism and sacrificing millions of lives during the war. #VictoryDay #Germany #WWII #SovietArmy #NazismDefeat #Berlin #RussianFolkSongs #80thVictoryDay #WW2Tribute #RussiaGermany #Russian ~HT.410~

80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended

80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended The commemoration saw a parade of veterans' associations, and music performed by military bands from France, Germany, Canada, Cameroon, the US and UK. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/09/80-years-on-frances-last-wwii-veterans-warn-peace-must-be-defended Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Germany's spy agency suspends 'extremist' classification for AfD party, says court

Germany's spy agency suspends 'extremist' classification for AfD party, says court The AfD filed a lawsuit against the extremism designation and the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution says it will suspend the categorisation pending litigation. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/08/germanys-spy-agency-suspends-extremist-classification-for-afd-party-says-court Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Merz vows to tackle illegal migration as he meets Donald Tusk in first trip to Poland as chancellor

Merz vows to tackle illegal migration as he meets Donald Tusk in first trip to Poland as chancellor The newly elected German chancellor vowed to tackle illegal migration as he made his first trip abroad since assuming office on Tuesday. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/08/merz-vows-to-tackle-illegal-migration-as-he-meets-donald-tusk-in-first-trip-to-poland-as-c Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris as Germany, France seek united EU stance

Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris as Germany, France seek united EU stance Germany’s new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, made his debut on the world stage Wednesday by joining forces with France and Poland to reinforce European unity on Ukraine and trade. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/07/merz-makes-diplomatic-debut-in-paris-as-germany-france-seek-united-eu-stance Let the pictures do the talking: subscribe to No Comment No Comment is brought to you by euronews, the most watched news channel in Europe.

Bundestag elects CDU's Friedrich Merz as new German chancellor in repeat vote

Bundestag elects CDU's Friedrich Merz as new German chancellor in repeat vote The CDU party leader was confirmed as Germany's chancellor on Tuesday in a second vote after a tumultuous first round saw him fall six votes short. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/06/germanys-chancellor-hopeful-merz-fails-to-secure-majority-in-first-round-of-bundestag-vote Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

CDU/CSU and SPD have signed coalition agreement

CDU/CSU and SPD have signed coalition agreement The leaders of the CDU, CSU and SPD have officially signed their coalition agreement in Berlin. Chancellor-designate Merz emphasised that the country expects a government that starts work with determination and a clear strategy from day one. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/05/cducsu-and-spd-have-signed-coalition-agreement Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Germany’s Union bloc and Social Democrats sign coalition deal in Berlin

Germany’s Union bloc and Social Democrats sign coalition deal in Berlin Germany’s centre-right CDU and centre-left SPD have formally signed a coalition agreement, clearing the way for Friedrich Merz to become the country’s next chancellor. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/05/germanys-union-bloc-and-social-democrats-sign-coalition-deal-in-berlin Let the pictures do the talking: subscribe to No Comment No Comment is brought to you by euronews, the most watched news channel in Europe.

'Embrace': Czech artist reimagines Berlin’s Hamburger Bahnhof with monumental installation

'Embrace': Czech artist reimagines Berlin’s Hamburger Bahnhof with monumental installation Czech artist Klára Hosnedlová has transformed Berlin’s Hamburger Bahnhof with her largest exhibition to date, 'Embrace', featuring monumental tapestries, sculptures, and a soundscape inspired by her home near the Czech-Slovakian border. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/29/embrace-czech-artist-reimagines-berlins-hamburger-bahnhof-with-monumental-installation Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the world through the five senses. Start your journey through the best of Europe's arts, gastronomy, traditions and high-end craftsmanship.

Germany's chancellor hopeful Merz fails to secure majority in first round of Bundestag vote

Germany's chancellor hopeful Merz fails to secure majority in first round of Bundestag vote The CDU party leader lost the first round of voting to become Germany's chancellor on Tuesday, falling short by six votes. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/06/germanys-chancellor-hopeful-merz-fails-to-secure-majority-in-first-round-of-bundestag-vote Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

ECB cuts rates again as Trump tariffs weigh on economic outlook

ECB cuts rates again as Trump tariffs weigh on economic outlook The European Central Bank cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 2.25% on Thursday as threats to growth outweigh inflationary concerns. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/17/ecb-cuts-rates-again-as-trump-tariffs-weigh-on-economic-outlook Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Trump Erupts in Fury at Fed Chair Powell, Demands His Termination Over ‘Complete Mess’ Reports

Trump has launched a fiery attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling for his immediate termination after slamming the Fed’s latest economic report as a “complete mess.” Trump accused Powell of being “too late and wrong” on interest rate policy and compared him unfavorably to the European Central Bank, which just issued its seventh rate cut in a year. The outburst follows Powell’s stark warning that Trump’s sweeping tariffs could drive the U.S. into stagflation. With Powell’s term running through 2026 and legal protections in place, Trump’s demand has ignited a constitutional debate over presidential power and the independence of America’s central bank. #TrumpVsPowell #JeromePowell #FedChair #TrumpTweets #JayPowell #TrumpNews #TrumpBlastFed #FederalReserve #TrumpEconomicPolicy #TrumpAdministration #PowellNews #TrumpTwitter #USFedChair #TrumpTradePolicy #Trump ~PR.152~HT.410~GR.124~

Is the EU banning American credit cards?

Is the EU banning American credit cards? Social media users allege that ECB President Christine Lagarde has announced plans to get rid of the likes of Visa, Mastercard and PayPal. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/16/is-the-eu-banning-american-credit-cards Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Xi Jinping Blames NATO for Ukraine War Roots | China Calls for “Fair” Peace Deal |Victory Day Speech

Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered a bold message during Russia’s Victory Day commemorations, calling for the elimination of the root causes of the Ukraine conflict—remarks widely interpreted as a direct swipe at NATO and Western policy. In closed-door talks with Vladimir Putin, Xi pushed for a “fair, lasting, and binding” peace deal, while stressing that the security concerns of all nations must be respected. #XiJinping #ChinaRussia #UkraineWar #NATO #VictoryDay #Putin #Geopolitics #RussiaChinaAlliance #UkraineCrisis #GlobalShift #NewWorldOrder #BeijingMoscow #XiPutin #UkraineConflict #ChinaVsNATO ~HT.410~PR.274~ED.194~

PM: Security summit fully focussed on supporting Ukraine

Sir Keir Starmer says the Joint Expeditionary Forces summit is "focussed" on supporting Ukraine, and defending values that were "hard won" during the Second World War. Speaking from Oslo, the prime minister adds that the government has announced its largest ever sanctions package against the Russian Shadow Fleet of oil tankers. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Defence Secretary: Our commitment to NATO is unshakeable

The defence secretary says the government's commitment to NATO is "unshakeable". Speaking at the London Defence Conference, John Healey says Ukraine is fighting for the same freedoms that Europe fought for 80 years ago and that "the lesson of 80 years ago reminds us of the importance of alliances". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Romanian presidential candidates spar over the war in Ukraine, in Euronews Romania’s fiery debate

Romanian presidential candidates spar over the war in Ukraine, in Euronews Romania’s fiery debate The two candidates chose Euronews Romania for their decisive, three-hour debate in the crucial election race — a political thriller after a dramatic vote annulment in December and with the future of NATO’s eastern flank nation in the balance. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/08/euronews-romania-to-stage-landmark-presidential-television-duel-between-simion-and-dan Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

I am a Euro-realist, winner of Romanian presidential vote first round George Simion tells Euronews

I am a Euro-realist, winner of Romanian presidential vote first round George Simion tells Euronews In an Euronews and Euronews Romania exclusive, the AUR party leader, who won the first round of the Romanian presidential election repeat on Sunday, said he remains in favour of the country's membership in the EU and NATO, but that he wants a Europe of nations and not one overarching bloc. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/06/i-am-a-euro-realist-winner-of-romanian-presidential-vote-first-round-george-simion-tells-e Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Who has the Commission had meetings with since the beginning of new mandate?

Who has the Commission had meetings with since the beginning of new mandate? Only 16% of all Commission meetings were with NGOs, following the EPP's political efforts to prevent NGOs from using EU grant money to influence policymaking. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/09/who-has-the-commission-had-meetings-with-since-the-beginning-of-new-mandate Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Darren Jones slams Badenoch's criticism of US trade deal

The chief secretary to the Treasury has accused Kemi Badenoch of posting her views about the UK's trade deal with the US on social media before reading it. Darren Jones adds the government continues to negotiate with the EU, but will honour Labour's manifesto pledge not to rejoin the single market or customs union. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Irish PM says Gaza is 'hell on earth'

Irish PM says Gaza is 'hell on earth' Ireland's Taoiseach Micheál Martin called the situation in Gaza ‘hell on earth’. He told The Europe Conversation that Israel is committing war crimes, and criticised the EU’s lack of response. Food and medicine have been blocked from entering the besieged area for almost 60 days. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/08/irish-pm-accuses-israel-of-committing-war-crimes-in-gaza Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages