What we learned from German election that will bring change to EU's leading power
Monday, 24 February 2025 () Germany’s opposition leader Friedrich Merz won the election, ending Olaf Scholz’s chancellorship after his three-party government collapsed. Merz aims to form a coalition with Scholz’s Social Democrats to stabilize the economy and address migration issues. The far-right AfD surged in the east, while young voters boosted a left-wing revival. Merz supports Ukraine and may strengthen military aid. Scholz’s leadership suffered due to crises and coalition infighting.
Top candidates cast their votes on German federal election day
Incumbent Chancellor Scholz and CDU leader Merz cast their votes in Germany's critical election on Sunday, expected to lead to..
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Germany braces for pivotal elections as parties wrap up campaigns
German are set to vote for their next leader on Sunday in the country’s snap federal election. The election is expected to feature..
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People in Germany's capital, Berlin, share their thoughts, hopes and fears for the upcoming election on the eve of the key vote. Sunday's election comes at a time of upheaval for Europe and its..