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Merz Vows Municipal Debt Relief Ahead of Upcoming Elections
30
Aug

Merz Vows Municipal Debt Relief Ahead of Upcoming Elections

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Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany’s federal government will begin assisting municipalities with the repayment of long-standing debts starting January 1, 2026. The commitment comes just two weeks before his administration faces its first electoral challenge since taking office. Merz made the announcement at a Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party conference in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), […]

A look at the Trump-Putin Summit in Alaska
19
Aug

A look at the Trump-Putin Summit in Alaska

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President Putin and President Trump are openly admitting that they’ve found significant common ground during their intense three-hour meeting in Anchorage, but a major breakthrough on the Ukraine issue remains elusive due to a few critical sticking points. Trump reveals that “a couple of big” unresolved issues are holding up a grand compromise, with one […]

President Trump Expresses Optimism on China Trade Deal Ahead of August Deadline
29
Jul

President Trump Expresses Optimism on China Trade Deal Ahead of August Deadline

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U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that a trade agreement with China could be finalized before the August 1 deadline, signaling a potential breakthrough in one of the world’s most closely watched economic negotiations. Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, the president emphasized that talks with Beijing remain active, with negotiators working around […]

UK and Germany Sign Historic Treaty to Strengthen Defense and Tackle Illegal Migration
18
Jul

UK and Germany Sign Historic Treaty to Strengthen Defense and Tackle Illegal Migration

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Leaders pledge joint support for Ukraine, closer military ties, and crackdowns on people-smuggling gangs London — The United Kingdom and Germany signed a landmark bilateral cooperation treaty on Thursday, aimed at deepening defense coordination, boosting support for Ukraine, and intensifying joint efforts to combat illegal migration across the English Channel. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer […]

Zelensky Demands 30-Day Ceasefire from Russia with Backing from U.S. and European Leaders
11
May

Zelensky Demands 30-Day Ceasefire from Russia with Backing from U.S. and European Leaders

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has formally demanded a 30-day unconditional ceasefire from Russia, backed by key Western allies including the United States, in a renewed push to halt the war and pave the way for peace negotiations. The ceasefire proposal, scheduled to begin on May 12, was announced after a high-level summit in Kyiv between […]

Merz Falls Short in First Vote to Become German Chancellor
06
May

Merz Falls Short in First Vote to Become German Chancellor

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On Tuesday, German conservative leader Friedrich Merz did not secure enough support in the Bundestag to be elected chancellor, dealing an early blow to his newly formed alliance with the centre-left Social Democrats. Merz, 69, led his CDU/CSU bloc to a win in the February federal election and recently finalized a coalition agreement with the […]

28
Apr

Germany’s Merz Unveils Initial Cabinet Line-Up, Naming Economy and Foreign Ministers

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Friedrich Merz, Germany’s incoming chancellor, announced some of his first cabinet selections on Monday, naming utility executive Katherina Reiche as his pick for economy minister and foreign affairs expert Johann Wadephul as the next foreign minister. The appointments come after Merz’s center-right CDU/CSU bloc, which emerged victorious in February’s election, secured a coalition agreement with […]

Merz Calls for Nuclear Sharing with France and UK, Stresses U.S. Protection
09
Mar

Merz Calls for Nuclear Sharing with France and UK, Stresses U.S. Protection

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Friedrich Merz, the designated German Chancellor, expressed on Sunday his desire to engage in discussions with France and the United Kingdom regarding the potential sharing of nuclear weapons. However, he emphasized that such a move should not replace the crucial role of U.S. nuclear deterrence in Europe. “Nuclear weapons sharing is an important topic that […]

Merz Aims for Europe's Independence After Election Win
24
Feb

Merz Aims for Europe’s Independence After Election Win

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Friedrich Merz, who is set to become Germany’s next chancellor after his conservative party’s victory in Sunday’s election, has pledged to work towards securing “true independence” for Europe from the United States while forming a new government. At 69, Merz faces complex coalition negotiations after the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) surged to a historic […]

German Parliament Backs Migration Restriction Resolution with Far-Right Support
30
Jan

German Parliament Backs Migration Restriction Resolution with Far-Right Support

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In a significant and controversial move, Germany’s opposition conservatives have secured parliamentary approval for a proposal aimed at drastically restricting migration, with crucial backing from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, marking an unprecedented collaboration with the far-right. The proposal, though non-binding, has raised eyebrows due to the AfD’s involvement in passing it. This alliance […]