Conservatives win German election - as far-right AfD makes historic gains, projections show

Sidelining AfD in German parliament a sign of 'weakness' of traditional parties, analyst says

Why is far-right AfD dominating in northeast Germany?

Why is far-right AfD dominating in northeast Germany? In the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the far-right Alternative for Germany party surged in popularity during the recent snap elections. Euronews examines why. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/10/why-is-far-right-afd-dominating-in-northeast-germany Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Germany Unleashes Ruthless Mockery on Trump, Putin, Far-right with Outrageous Carnival Floats

Germany’s famous Rose Carnival parades in Cologne and Düsseldorf took political satire to the next level, featuring giant floats mocking world leaders like Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The parade also took aim at the far-right AfD party, the Ukraine war, and even the Catholic Church, sparking backlash. While many celebrated the bold satire, others found it controversial. Security was heightened due to recent terror attacks, but revelers still flooded the streets in massive numbers. Is this fearless satire or pure provocation? #Germany #Trump #Putin #Carnival #PoliticalSatire #RoseParade #Düsseldorf #Cologne #FarRight #UkraineWar #Satire #WorldNews Also Read Germany: SUV Rams Into Carnival Crowd In Mannheim; One Dead, Several Injured :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/germany-suv-rams-into-carnival-crowd-in-mannheim-one-dead-several-injured-4085499.html?ref=DMDesc Munich Car Ramming Incident: A Look Back at Previous Violent Attacks :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/munich-car-ramming-incident-a-look-back-at-previous-violent-attacks-4070127.html?ref=DMDesc Car Plows Into Crowd in Munich, Injuring Several Ahead of Security Conference :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/car-plows-into-crowd-in-munich-injuring-several-ahead-of-security-conference-4070119.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.274~ED.194~

CDU and SPD start talks in bid to form next German government

CDU and SPD start talks in bid to form next German government Friedrich Merz, the leader of the Christian Democrats, has ruled out a coalition with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which finished second in last week's elections. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/02/28/cdu-and-spd-start-talks-in-bid-to-form-next-german-government Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

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

Tories: Govt should’ve been quicker with tariff talks

The Tories have criticised the government for not being “quicker” with talks about tariffs imposed by the US. Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride said Labour’s comments about Trump whilst they were the opposition were “unhelpful” and could have “soured” relations with the Trump administration. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Badenoch: Reeves' Spring Statement is all smoke and mirrors

Kemi Badenoch has accused Rachel Reeves' Spring Statement as being "all smoke and mirrors", pointing to rising inflation, increased unemployment and low growth. The Conservative Party leader added, "something has to change, this is chaos". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer: Banning phones in schools is unnecessary

Sir Keir Starmer says banning phones in schools is "not necessary" and instead there is an "emerging battle" to ensure that the content children are consuming online is "suitable for their age". His comments come as the Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch tells the prime minister at PMQs, "teachers and headteachers say the evidence already shows that schools that ban phones get better results". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer departs Downing Street for PMQs and Spring statement

Sir Keir Starmer has left Downing Street for the House of Commons where he will face questions from Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch. After PMQs, the prime minister will listen to Chancellor Rachel Reeves deliver her Spring statement. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Badenoch warns Tories could lose all 2021 councils in May

Kemi Badenoch warned that the Conservatives would lose “every single” council they won in 2021 if the general election results were applied to May's local elections. The Tory leader acknowledged the party’s “greatest defeat” in history and predicted a tough battle ahead, although she hoped for slightly better results. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

German coalition talks reach next level as CDU and SPD negotiations intensify

German coalition talks reach next level as CDU and SPD negotiations intensify The coalition parties most likely to form the new German government have intensified talks. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/28/german-coalition-talks-reach-next-level-as-cdu-and-spd-negotiations-intensify Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

"Fully committed to peace" Is it time to bring back conscription in Germany?

"Fully committed to peace" Is it time to bring back conscription in Germany? Calls to reinstate compulsory military service are growing louder in Berlin's political circles. But is drafting thousands of 18-year-olds the answer to Germany's defence challenges? READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/27/fully-committed-to-peace-is-it-time-to-bring-back-conscription-in-germany Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

How can you spot fake news online?

How can you spot fake news online? False claims about ballot manipulation spread across social media during the 2025 German elections, raising concerns about the fast impact of misinformation online and how internet users can better protect themselves. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/14/how-can-you-spot-fake-news-online Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

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

Germany's CDU and SPD reach historic debt deal to jumpstart defence spending

Germany's CDU and SPD reach historic debt deal to jumpstart defence spending The agreement reached with the Greens would allow Germany to spend up to €1 trillion on defence and infrastructure over the next decade. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/14/germanys-cdu-and-spd-reach-historic-debt-deal-to-jump-start-defence-spending Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Merz calls Trump-Zelenskyy spat at White House 'manufactured escalation'

Merz calls Trump-Zelenskyy spat at White House 'manufactured escalation' The CDU leader said Europe must be prepared to act independently. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/03/merz-calls-trump-zelenskyy-spat-at-white-house-manufactured-escalation Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

German government coalition talks between CDU and SPD to begin, Merz says

German government coalition talks between CDU and SPD to begin, Merz says The centre-right party's leader Friedrich Merz said CDU and SPD are to enter talks to form a coalition, one day after the German election on Sunday. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/02/24/german-government-coalition-talks-between-cdu-and-spd-to-begin-merz-says Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Munich Car Ramming Attack | 24-Year-Old Afghan Suspect Plows Car Into Crowd| An Act of Terror?

A horrific car ramming incident in Munich has left at least 28 people injured, including children, after a vehicle plowed into a crowd during a Verdi trade union demonstration. Authorities have identified the suspect as a 24-year-old Afghan asylum-seeker with a prior criminal record involving theft and drug offenses. Bavarian Governor Markus Söder has labeled the incident a "suspected attack," though investigations are still ongoing. The suspect reportedly accelerated toward police vehicles before striking the crowd. Was this a deliberate act of terror? Stay tuned for the latest updates. #MunichAccident #MunichCarAttack #MunichCrash #GermanyBreaking #MunichNews #CarDroveIntoCrowd #MunichPolice #GermanyIncident #MunichCarCrash #MunichTragedy #BavariaNews #GermanyUpdate #BreakingNews #WorldNews #MunichEmergency ~PR.152~HT.336~GR.124~