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

Badenoch proposes scrapping Net Zero to promote growth

Kemi Badenoch has proposed scrapping the Net Zero agenda and reducing burdens on businesses to promote economic growth. The Conservative leader claimed that Labour have "broken their promises" regarding economic policies. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage: Reform now main opposition in red wall areas

Nigel Farage has claimed Reform UK is now the main challenger to Labour in the Midlands, North, Wales and Scotland, pushing the Conservatives into third place. In a campaign speech, he said voters felt betrayed by the Tories over Brexit and immigration, adding that backing the Conservatives in red wall areas would be a “wasted vote.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Tories urge Welsh Government to reconsider steel requirement

A Tory minister has urged the Welsh Government to reconsider its requirements around steel as the UK Government races to avert the shutdown of Britain's last primary steelmaking plant. Shadow business minister Dame Harriett Baldwin said it's a "critical part of our national infrastructure" that the Scunthorpe plant is "kept going". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Minister clashes with Badenoch over steel deal claim

Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the Conservative leader is wrong to say she had negotiated a modernisation plan with British Steel for electric arc furnaces at Teesside and Scunthorpe. Ms Badenoch posted on X on Friday saying as business secretary in the last Conservative government she had negotiated the proposal, but it was "bungled" by Labour. After intervening, Ms Badenoch says: "Labour cannot negotiate. We were negotiating a modernisation deal that would have had limited job losses, just like we had in Port Talbot”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Badenoch accuses Labour of grooming gang inquiry U-turn

Kemi Badenoch has accused Labour of dropping plans for five local grooming gang inquiries promised in January. The Conservative leader called for a full national inquiry and suggested a “cover-up”, claiming Labour's refusal to act shows dishonesty and a failure to deliver justice. She pledged to force another vote, warning the public would “see who is on their side”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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

Ukraine & EU Push Back | Kyiv Urges Trump Team To Act After Russian Sumy Strikes Kill Civilians

Top Ukrainian officials made a surprise trip to Paris, pushing the U.S. for a tougher stance on Russia after failed ceasefire efforts. Their visit comes as Donald Trump's envoys, including Marco Rubio, meet with European leaders. With Ukraine accusing Trump of appeasing Moscow, tensions have reached a new peak. France, Germany, and the UK are pressing for action after deadly attacks on civilians in Sumy. Trump, frustrated by both sides, blamed Zelenskyy for provoking the war—raising alarms across Europe. A new security framework may be on the table, but peace remains distant. #Ukraine #Trump #Russia #ParisTalks #UkraineCrisis #MarcoRubio #Zelenskyy #Ceasefire #UkraineWar #Putin #Geopolitics #UkraineRussiaWar #USForeignPolicy #EuropeanUnion #DonaldTrump #Kyiv #SumyAttack #PeaceTalks #SecurityCrisis #UkraineDiplomacy #WarInEurope #GlobalConflict #TrumpSpeech #ZelenskyyBlamed #MilitaryCrisis #DiplomaticPush #UkraineInParis #EnergyCrisis #NATO #InternationalRelations Also Read China Brushes Off US Tariff Threats, Warns Against 'Numbers Game' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/china-brushes-off-us-tariff-threats-warns-against-numbers-game-4126079.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Administration Freezes USD 2.2 Billion In Grants To Harvard University :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-administration-freezes-usd-2-2-billion-in-grants-to-harvard-university-4124075.html?ref=DMDesc US Teen Nikita Casap Accused Of Killing Parents To Fund Plot To Assassinate Donald Trump :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-teen-nikita-casap-accused-of-killing-parents-to-fund-plot-to-assassinate-donald-trump-4123199.html?ref=DMDesc

Trump's tariffs threaten to be a tough nut to crack in rural Germany workshop

Trump's tariffs threaten to be a tough nut to crack in rural Germany workshop Alongside classic fare such as a variety of Santas, Scrooge and the Mad Hatter, specifically American-themed collectibles are a staple at Steinbach Volkskunst. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/16/trumps-tariffs-threaten-to-be-a-tough-nut-to-crack-in-rural-germany-workshop 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.

Germany's Sorbian ethnic minority prepares for Easter with traditional eggs

Germany's Sorbian ethnic minority prepares for Easter with traditional eggs Modern-day Sorbs are descended from Slavic tribes in Central and Eastern Europe who settled in Germany some 1,500 years ago. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/14/germanys-sorbian-ethnic-minority-prepares-for-easter-with-traditional-eggs 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.

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 back on track,' says CDU's Friedrich Merz as new coalition agreed

'Germany back on track,' says CDU's Friedrich Merz as new coalition agreed Germany's chancellor in waiting promises an end to instability and to make the country more competitive. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/09/germany-back-on-track-says-cdus-friedrich-merz-as-new-coalition-agreed Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Germany's CDU and SPD reach coalition deal, paving way for new leadership

Germany's CDU and SPD reach coalition deal, paving way for new leadership The centre-right CDU and its sister party, CSU, have agreed on a joint coalition agreement with the centre-left SPD, which they plan to present on Wednesday afternoon. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/09/germanys-cdu-and-spd-reach-coalition-deal-paving-way-for-new-leadership Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

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

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