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CDU Party at Stuttgart Shuts Down Alcohol as Merz Orders Ban to Keep Sessions Focused
The CDU is limiting alcohol consumption at its federal party congress, scheduled for next weekend in Stuttgart, following…
German Chancellor Merz Meets US Secretary of State Rubio at Munich Security Conference
On Friday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) met U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the Munich Security…
Chancellor Merz Understands Olympic Champion Max Langenhan Blocking His Call
After double Olympic champion Max Langenhan reportedly turned away a phone call from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), the chancellery…
KAS Chair Kramp‑Karrenbauer Claims Merz Campaign Left No Trace as Stipulated Relationship Remains Good
The chairwoman of the Konrad‑Adenauer‑Stiftung (KAS), Annegret Kramp‑Karrenbauer, denies that her successful campaign against Chancellor‑candidate Friedrich Merz has left…
Merz Prepares for Future Clash with Trump
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is reportedly preparing for future confrontations with U.S. President Donald Trump. According to the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Merz…
Merz Calls for Rapid EU Reforms After Summit Urges Decisive Action
Bundesminister Friedrich Merz (CDU) is pressing for substantial decisions on European Union reforms to be made this year. After…
Merz and Macron Display Unity at EU Summit in Belgium
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) and French President Emmanuel Macron displayed a united front at an informal EU…
EU Summit Grimm Backs Merz in Clash with Macron over Trade Policy
Veronika Grimm, Germany’s economic spokesperson, strongly endorsed Chancellor Friedrich Merk ( CDU)’s economic strategy amid the dispute with France over…
Merz Announces New Era of Great Power Politics
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) says the world has entered a new era of great‑power politics. Speaking at…
Merz Plans Munich Security Summit Talks With Zelenskyy Rubio and Newsom
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has arranged a series of bilateral talks for the upcoming Munich Security Conference (MSC).…
Merz Set to Set the Tone at Munich Security Conference Ischinger Reports
According to Wolfgang Ischinger, the long‑time head of the Munich Security Conference (MSC), Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the CDU is…
HDE Urges Chancellor Merz to Ban Import of Temu and Shein Chinese Goods
The German Retail Federation (HDE) has introduced a request for an import ban on goods from Chinese online…
Merz Heads to Washington Again to Meet Trump on March 3 in the White House
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) is scheduled to visit U.S. President Donald Trump again in Washington in early March. According…
Amnesty Urges Merz to Demand Universal Rights During His Middle East Golf Tour
Amnesty International has urged German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to insist that the Gulf states respect universal law as he prepares…
Merz departs for Saudi Arabia as German Chancellor heads to Gulf
On Wednesday afternoon, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) set off for a trip to the Gulf region to…
Merz Skips Ukraine Russia Talks in Abu Dhabi Amid Gulf Trip
Friedrich Merz, Germany’s Chancellor, will not make a personal stop at the Ukraine‑Russia peace talks that will take…
Merz Sets Germany on a Path to Boost Arms Supplies to Gulf States
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) said before his Gulf‑region trip that Germany plans to deepen its partnership with…
SPD Welcomes Merz Gulf Trip Calls for Strategic Resilience
Ahead of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s (CDU) departure for the Gulf region, the SPD-a coalition partner-welcomed his visit to Saudi Arabia,…
Merz Welcomes 140 Carnivalists at the Chancellery Encourages Joyful Spirit
On Tuesday, Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) welcomed around 140 carnival revelers from all German states in the Chancellery. “Man,…
Green Party Accuses Merz of Weakening Pension And Endangering Women
Andreas Audretsch, the deputy chair of the Green parliamentary group, accused Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) of wanting to weaken Germany’s…
Green Party Urges Chancellor Merz to Fly to Kyiv to Reaffirm German Support for Ukraine
The Green Party chairwoman Franziska Brantner has urged Chancellor Friedrich Merz to travel to Kyiv to reaffirm Germany’s support…
Merz Visits German Handball Locker Room to Congratulate Players After Euro Final Loss
Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (CDU) personally congratulated the German handball team after their loss in the European Championship final. The…
Merz Hails Late Süssmuth as Great Politician and Beacon of Democracy
On Sunday, Chancellor Friedrich Merz honored the late former Bundestag President Rita Süssmuth, describing her as a “great politician” and…
Selenskyy Thanks Merz for Winter Aid Deal
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Thursday evening, spokesperson Stefan Kornelius reported. Zelenskyy thanked the German government for the…
Merz Highlights German‑Lithuanian Military Ties, Calls Both Unwavering Allies
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, a member of the CDU, underscored the close cooperation between Germany and Lithuania, especially in…
Merz Urges European Unity as Global Power Play Ahead of New World Order
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the CDU leader, said that the global order is currently reshaping itself and that this…
Merz Reappoints Members of Sustainable Development Council
The German chancellor, Friedrich Merz of the CDU, announced that the cabinet will re‑appoint the members of the Sustainability…
Merz promises steadfast German solidarity to Denmark and Greenland
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) reaffirmed Germany’s support for Denmark and Greenland. On Tuesday, during a media briefing…
Merz Backs Social State Reform, Shifts Duties to Two Central Actors
Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (CDU) welcomed the commission’s proposals for reforming the social state.“I heard about them only in broad…
Merz Thanks Trump for Withdrawing Greenland Annexation Plans
At the informal European Council meeting on Thursday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for abandoning…
Merz Urges Transatlantic Unity Over Greenland Rift, Points to Russian‑Chinese Threats Ahead of US Push
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos about the ongoing Greenland dispute and stressed…
Merz Skips Trump’s Peace Council Launch at Davos World Economic Forum
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) will not attend the founding ceremony of U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Peace Council”…
Merz Honors Loved Ones of Soldiers and Police Serving Abroad at the Chancellor’s Office
The event highlighted both the human dimension of duty and the procedural safeguards guiding Germany’s overseas engagements.
Merz Guarantees Solidarity to Greenland and Denmark Aims for Trump Meeting
Merz dismissed the view that this mission represented a confrontation with the United States. He said the engagement…
Doctors Back Merz on Sick Leave Debate
The debate surrounding rising sick leave rates in Germany has intensified, with the country’s association of statutory health…
Lauterbach Blasts Merz on Sick Leave Remarks
The debate surrounding Germany’s high rates of sick leave has escalated into a political fracas, with former Health…
Merz Signals Cabinet Shakeup
A significant reshuffle within German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s cabinet and parliamentary group is under consideration, according to reports…
Merz Urges More Work Less Balance
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) ignited a fresh debate on Germany’s economic future this…
Merz Hails India as Ideal Partner
Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signaled a significant strategic reorientation, prioritizing deepened bilateral relations with India over traditional…
Merz Remarks Threaten International Law
The international legal order is facing a systemic crisis, according to leading expert Andreas Zimmermann of Potsdam University.…
Merz Hails Mercosur Deal as Landmark
The European Union’s recent agreement with Mercosur nations – Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay – has been hailed…
Merz Faces Pressure to Boost German Economy
Pressure is mounting within the conservative CDU/CSU parliamentary group for leader Friedrich Merz to accelerate concrete measures aimed…
Merz Promises Deep Dive into Berlin Power Outage
The disruption of Berlin’s power supply last week has triggered a defensive posture from the German government, with…
CDU Social Wing Calls for Merz Shift
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is facing internal pressure to recalibrate its political course, with a prominent voice…
Merz Backed on Venezuela Stance
The German Christian Social Union (CSU) parliamentary group leader, Alexander Hoffmann, has voiced strong support for Chancellor Friedrich…
Merz Appoints Birkenmaier as New Chancellery Chief
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has appointed Philipp Birkenmaier, previously the CDU’s Federal Managing Director, as his new Head of…
Merz Faces Criticism Over Venezuela Remarks
The German Chancellor’s muted response to the United States’ recent actions concerning Venezuela has ignited a firestorm of…
Merz Soft on US Venezuela Action
German Chancellor Merz Navigates US Intervention in Venezuela In a carefully worded statement released late Saturday, German Chancellor…
Lindner Slams Merz
The former FDP leader and ex-Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner has launched a scathing critique of Chancellor Friedrich…
Merz Sees 2026 as Germany’s Renewal
In his inaugural New Year’s address, Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has urged the…
Wulff Slams Merz Government
The former German Federal President, Christian Wulff, has launched a scathing critique of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s current government,…
Selenskyj Updates Merz on Trump Meeting
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in a telephone conversation with German opposition leader Friedrich Merz, detailing the outcomes of…
Merz to Attend Presidents New Year Reception
The unexpected reversal of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s attendance at the Federal President’s New Year’s Reception has ignited a…
Merz Cools on Fireworks Ban
Berlin – Uncertainty shrouds Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s stance on a potential nationwide firework ban, despite subtle cues from…
Merz Sees Hope in Ukraine Talks
The German government has adopted a notably cautious stance following recent Ukraine negotiations held in Florida, tempering the…
Merz Presses Zelensky On Trump Talks
Berlin’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reportedly demanded clarification from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy regarding the planned meeting with…
Merz Earns Praise for Polished Manners
A recent endorsement of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s demeanor by the head of the German Knigge Society, Clemens Graf…
Merz Urges Government to Reset Expectations
The CDU’s leading candidate for the upcoming state election in Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze, has pointed to a mismanaged…
Merz Delivers Surprise Christmas Message
The unprecedented move by CDU leader and Chancellor Friedrich Merz to deliver a Christmas address has ignited political…
Merz Cuts Christmas Gift List Seeks Calm
Sources within Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s office reveal a shift in personal practice coinciding with a deliberate effort to…
Giffey Slams Merz and Reiche’s Tone
A growing rift is emerging within Germany’s governing coalition over the nation’s climate policy and energy transition, with…
Merz Defends EU Ukraine Deal
The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), staunchly defended the agreement reached at the…
Merz Sees Deal on Russian Assets Possible
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) signaled cautious optimism Thursday regarding a potential agreement among…
Merz Highlights New Ukraine Diplomacy
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has signaled a shift in emphasis within German policy…
Merz Cheers EU Shift on Gas Car Ban
The German government, under Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has welcomed the European Commission’s…
Merz Leads Ukraine Talks A Key Signal
The German Social Democratic Party (SPD) faction leader, Matthias Miersch, has lauded Chancellor Scholz’s recent efforts to initiate…
SPD Presses Merz for Social Reform Leadership
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) is signaling a renewed push for comprehensive social reforms, urging the conservative CDU/CSU…
Merz Faces Ukraine Talks Test
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the CDU faces a significant political challenge in upcoming Ukraine negotiations centered on a…
Merz Champions Coalition at CSU Summit
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) delivered a nuanced defense of the current governing coalition…
Brantner Calls US Strategy Challenge to Merz
A prominent figure within Germany’s Green party has launched a scathing critique of the government’s foreign policy direction,…
Merz Sparks Controversy With Trump Offer
The suggestion by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to offer Germany as a partner to the United States should…
Merz Urges EU Role in Ukraine Peace Talks
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is intensifying calls for European involvement in the ongoing…
Croatia Key to EU Expansion Merz Says
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has underscored Croatia’s crucial role in the ongoing negotiations…
Merz Hints at Border Controls Easing
The recent EU agreements on asylum policy are being heralded by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz as a potential…
Merz Revisits AfD Pledge Amid Policy Shift
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has significantly backtracked on a previous pledge to “halve”…
Merz Avoids Defamation Charges
The shift in legal strategy of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), is drawing…
Merz Filed Defamation Charges as Opposition Leader
Reports have surfaced alleging that Friedrich Merz, the leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and former leader…
Merz Praises Jordan’s King Abdullah
During a brief stopover in Jordan en route to Israel, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz delivered a highly complimentary…
Merz Speaks with Palestinian President
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent telephone conversation with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has drawn attention for its unusually…
Merz Swaps Oslo Trip for Belgian Dinner
A scheduled visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Oslo has been abruptly cancelled, replaced by a late-night…
Merz Immigration Strategy Backfired
A recent study commissioned by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, a think tank closely aligned with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU),…
Merz Backs Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
The call for utilizing frozen Russian Central Bank assets to support Ukraine has intensified, spearheaded by CDU leader…
Merz and Zelenskyj Talk Again
Following a series of high-level diplomatic engagements, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz engaged in a second telephone conversation with…
Merz and Zelenskyy Talk Again
The German government confirmed a telephone conversation between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took place…
AfD Signals No Support for Merz
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has signaled a firm refusal to offer support to Chancellor Friedrich Merz in…
Merz Remarks Face No Charges
The Berlin public prosecutor’s office has dropped proceedings against CDU leader Friedrich Merz following widespread accusations of incitement…
Merz to Visit Israel Soon
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is reportedly planning a visit to Israel in December,…
Jusos Blast Merz Over Division
The leadership of Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing escalating criticism, with the federal chairman of the Jusos, Philipp…
Merz Confident Pension Deal Imminent
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has signaled a confident stance regarding the ongoing dispute…
Merz Hails Africas Potential After G20
Following the conclusion of the first G20 summit held on African soil, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signaled…
Wulff Slams Merz Cityscape Remarks
Former German President Christian Wulff has publicly rebuked Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s controversial remarks regarding urban landscapes, escalating a…
Kramp-Karrenbauer Defies Merz in Foundation Race
A developing power struggle within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is threatening to destabilize the traditionally consensus-driven Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung…
Merz Cancels School Visit Amid Ukraine Focus
The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s scheduled appearance at a Berlin primary school was abruptly cancelled Friday, prompting a…
Merz Remarks Spark Student Protest Fury
The public walkout during a Deutschlandstiftung Integration award ceremony has drawn sharp condemnation from Serap Güler, State Secretary…
Merz Gains Union Support in Pension Dispute
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s staunch defense of the coalition’s pension package is encountering unexpected backing from within the social…
Merz Accused of Colonial Thinking
The opposition Left party is demanding a swift apology from CDU leader Friedrich Merz following a deeply insensitive…
Merz Brasil Remarks Spark SPD Outrage
The remarks of CDU leader Friedrich Merz regarding Brazil have triggered a significant diplomatic backlash, with fellow politicians…
Merz Signals Pension Overhaul
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) staunchly defended the government’s draft legislation capping pension contributions…
Söder Backs Merz in Pension Row
The simmering tensions surrounding Germany’s pension reform debate have resurfaced, with Bavarian CSU leader Markus Söder publicly backing…
Orbán Accuses Merz of Prolonging Ukraine War
The Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has levied a stinging critique of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), accusing…