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Schwesig Urges Merz Energy Policy Focus
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern’s Minister President Manuela Schwesig has publicly challenged Chancellor Friedrich Merz to re-evaluate the federal government’s energy policy…
Merz and Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Situation
Berlin – In a phone call on Sunday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
Merz Finds Ally As Migration Debate Heats Up
The controversy surrounding Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent remarks on the impact of migration on urban landscapes has ignited…
Merz Remarks Spark Debate Not Outrage
A recent survey commissioned by “Welt am Sonntag” reveals a complex and potentially divisive public response to remarks…
Merz Visit Sparks German Political Fallout
German politicians from the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the Green Party have sharply criticized the recent visit…
Merz Urged to Address Turkey’s Rights Record
Ahead of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s upcoming visit to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, concerns are mounting regarding the…
Merz Backs Sachsen Rail Upgrade
The German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, pledged federal support for Saxony’s transportation infrastructure during a visit to Dresden on…
AfD Holds Lead Merz Plummets
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) continues to dominate the German political landscape, holding its position as the leading…
Female Leaders Urge Merz Action
A coalition of fifty prominent figures from the arts, sciences, politics and civil society have launched a scathing…
Merz Faces Pressure Over Inflammatory Remarks
A significant majority of Germans are urging Chancellor Friedrich Merz to exercise greater caution in his public pronouncements,…
Merz Milei Remarks Draw Government Silence
Berlin – The German government is pointedly declining to comment on remarks made by CDU leader Friedrich Merz…
Spahn Defends Merz Amid Cityscape Controversy
The Chancellor’s recent comments on urban landscapes have ignited a fierce debate within Germany and now a key…
AfD Accuses Merz of Double Standards
The leader of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), Tino Chrupalla, has launched a stinging critique of Chancellor and…
SPD Challenges Merz Demands Future City Summit
A significant rift is emerging within Germany’s ruling coalition, with ten SPD parliamentarians distancing themselves from Chancellor Scholz…
Merz Urges EU Action Boost Competitiveness
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has signaled a forceful push for enhanced European…
Merz Sparks Cityscape Controversy
The recent discourse surrounding urban aesthetics, ignited by CDU leader Friedrich Merz, has drawn sharp criticism from Eva…
DIW Chief Slams Merz Migration Remarks
Leading economists are raising stark warnings about the damaging economic repercussions of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s increasingly vocal and…
Merz Sparks Outrage With City Remarks
The recent comments by CDU leader Friedrich Merz regarding the changing character of German cities have drawn sharp…
Merz Sparks Coalition Tensions
The political discourse surrounding migration in Germany has sharply escalated, with prominent figures from the Social Democratic Party…
Merz Defends Remarks Sparks Controversy
The leader of the Green Party’s parliamentary group, Katharina Dröge, has launched a scathing critique of Chancellor Friedrich…
Merz Faces Cityscapes Backing
Germany’s political landscape is witnessing a renewed intensity in the debate surrounding urban transformation, with Interior Minister Alexander…
Merz Urged to Moderate Tone
The leader of the CDU’s social wing, Dennis Radtke, is publicly urging a shift in tone and approach…
Merz Eyes Shift in German Social Partnership
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) delivered a staunch defense of Germany’s traditional ‘social partnership’…
Merz Turns 70 Party Planned
Amidst ongoing political debates surrounding economic policy and social reforms, reports are surfacing of a planned birthday celebration…
Merz Declares AfD Primary CDU Foe
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has issued a stark warning against any potential collaboration with the Alternative for Germany (AfD)…
Merz Defends Remarks Sparks Debate
Government Defends Merz’s Remarks and Addresses Military Service Law Concerns The German government is facing scrutiny over Chancellor…
Merz Remarks Spark Integration Debate
The discourse surrounding urban spaces has ignited a contentious debate within Germany, with accusations of exploiting societal anxieties…
Merz Sparks Outcry Over Cityscape Remark
The remarks of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, describing individuals with migrant backgrounds as a “problem in the cityscape” and…
Merz Sparks Outcry Over Cityscape Remarks
The rhetoric employed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding migration and urban landscapes has drawn fierce criticism from Philipp…
Berlin Defies Merz on Cityscape Concerns
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner, has publicly distanced himself from remarks made by federal CDU leader Friedrich Merz…
Merz Pushes for EU-Only Trade Deals
The German government, under Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), is intensifying its push for…
Merz Confirms Strong Ties With Defense Minister
The relationship between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Defence Minister Boris Pistorius remains ostensibly stable despite a recent and…
Merz Pushes Energy Plan in Brandenburg Talks
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent visit to Brandenburg has underscored a deepening political tension surrounding Germany’s energy security and…
AfD Leads German Polls Merz Slumps
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) continues to command a significant lead in public opinion, securing 26% of voter…
Merz Boosts Approval Amidst Trend Reversal
A slight recovery in public approval is being observed for German Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the CDU, according…
Merz Praises Gaza Truce
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has hailed the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip,…
Merz Defies EU Ban Cars Still Allowed After 2035
The German government is facing mounting pressure to reconsider the European Union’s planned phase-out of combustion engine vehicles…
Left SPD Challenges Merz on Engine Ban
The left wing of the Social Democratic Party (SPD) in the German Bundestag is fiercely defending the existing…
Merz to Reverse EU Engine Ban
The German automotive industry faces a looming political showdown as CDU leader Friedrich Merz has publicly challenged the…
Merz Rejects Putin Talks Calls for Bombing
The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has delivered a strong condemnation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, effectively ruling…
Merz and Herzog Discuss Gaza Ceasefire
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) held a telephone conversation with Israeli President Isaac Herzog…
Merz Revives Conscription Debate
The discussion surrounding mandatory national service has been reignited following comments made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) during…
Merz and Netanyahu Discuss Key Issues
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) engaged in a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister…
Merz Faces Boos at Halle Rally
During a public appearance in Halle (Saale) on Friday evening, Chancellor Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic…
Germany Braces for Upheaval Merz Warns
The German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz of the CDU, addressed the nation Friday, acknowledging a period of profound change…
Merz Promises Germany’s Economic Rebound
Germany aims to regain its position as a leading economic power, Chancellor Friedrich Merz affirmed following a two-day…
Merz Reportedly Ditching Alcohol
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has reportedly abstained from alcohol consumption since assuming office…
Merz Plans Close Ties with East German Leaders
Following a meeting with the state premiers of eastern Germany, CDU leader Friedrich Merz has affirmed his commitment…
Greens Urge Merz To Back Two-State Solution
As the United Nations convenes, leading figures are increasingly vocal regarding pathways toward resolution in the Middle East.…
Merz Taps Blessing for Investment Drive
The German government has appointed Martin Blessing as the new Personal Representative for Investment, a move aimed at…
Merz Absence Sparks Opposition Fury
The absence of CDU leader Friedrich Merz at this year’s United Nations General Assembly and a preceding conference…
Merz Praises Jewish Council Vital Partnership
The German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), underscored the vital role of the Central…
Merz Champions Justice Consensus
The Chancellor, Friedrich Merz of the CDU, has called for a “new consensus on justice” during a debate…
German Media Urge Merz to Oppose US Visa Changes
Leading German media organizations are urging the German government to intervene against proposed changes to U.S. visa regulations…
Merz Nawrocki Discuss Ukraine Drone Concerns
Discussions between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Polish President Karol Nawrocki centered on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine…
Strack-Zimmermann challenges Merz on drone remarks
Following recent incursions of Russian drones into Polish airspace, Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, a leading figure in the Free Democratic…
Merz Condemns Israeli Attack on Qatar
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) engaged in a telephone conversation with the Emir…
Russia Violates Polish Airspace Merz Condemns
The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has strongly condemned the violation of Polish airspace by armed Russian drones.…
Merz Questions Criticism of Foreign Policy Focus
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has expressed surprise at criticism regarding his focus on…
Merkel Criticizes Merz Over Welfare Cuts
The association VdK has strongly criticized a recent call from CDU leader Friedrich Merz to reduce spending on…
Merz to Meet Auto Industry Leaders at IAA Transport Show
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to engage with leaders of the domestic automotive industry next week during…
Merz Faces Criticism Over Coalition Deal
A leading economic council affiliated with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has voiced concerns regarding recent statements made…
Merz Urges Closer Switzerland-EU Ties
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between the European Union and Switzerland Speaking…
AfD Surges Ahead of Union Amid Merz Dissatisfaction
Recent polling data indicates a shifting landscape in German political preferences The Alternative for Germany (AfD) maintains a…
Merz Pledges Swift Action on City Debt Relief
Municipal authorities in North Rhine-Westphalia have expressed satisfaction with the federal government’s commitment to addressing accumulated municipal debt…
Left Condemns Merz on Potential Female Conscription
Opposition members from the Left Party have voiced strong criticism of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent statements regarding the…
Merz Attacks Social Welfare System Sparks SPD Outrage
German Social Democrats (SPD) have expressed concern regarding recent statements made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU). Johannes Fechner,…
Merz and Macron Reject US Tech Regulation Threats
Following recent statements from the United States regarding potential tariffs and export restrictions linked to EU regulations of…
Macron and Merz Discuss Ukraine War and EU Reform
French President Emmanuel Macron hosted German CDU leader Friedrich Merz at his summer residence in Toulon during a…
Merz Macron Tusk Back Moldova’s Independence
Leaders from Germany, France and Poland convened in Chisinau, Moldova, on Wednesday to mark the nation’s Independence Day.…
Merz Defends Curbing Arms to Israel After Gaza Strikes
Following recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of several journalists, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has…
Merz Seeks Closer Canada Ties for Defense Boost
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz intends to strengthen cooperation with Canada, particularly focusing on transatlantic relations. Following a meeting…
SPD Leaders Warn Merz Against Welfare Cuts
Leading figures within the Social Democratic Party (SPD) are cautioning Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) against downplaying the strength…
Merz Refreshed After Holiday Despite Interruptions
Chancellor Friedrich Merz reports feeling refreshed following his summer break, despite multiple interruptions to his time off. Speaking…
Merz Links Economic Strength to Foreign Policy Focus
Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed the challenges and priorities of his administration during a speech at the CDU party…
Merz Seizes Leadership Role in Europe Amid Ukraine War
A leading political scientist believes the conflict in Ukraine is shaping into a pivotal moment for German opposition…
Merz Questions Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting Prospect
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed cautious optimism regarding the potential meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and…
Merz to Join White House Ukraine Talks Details Remain Unclear
Berlin – Details surrounding the role of CDU leader Friedrich Merz during the Ukraine meeting at the White…
Merz Wins Praise Abroad Faces Calls For Domestic Action
A prominent wing of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the CDA, has voiced strong approval of Chancellor Friedrich…
Merz Ukraine Trip Signals Strong Support
A planned trip to Washington D.C. involving CDU leader Friedrich Merz alongside the Ukrainian President and other European…
Merz Joins Selenskyj’s Washington Talks With Trump
A delegation including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will join Ukrainian…
Merz Preps Zelenskyy For Trump Meeting
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is focused on preparing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of his scheduled meeting with…
Merz Hails Alaska Summit as Potential Breakthrough
Following a recent meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz…
County Associations Urge Merz Action Over Record Deficits
German county associations are urging the federal government to provide financial relief to local authorities, citing a growing…
Merz Urges Putin to Ceasefire in Ukraine
Following anticipated discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, German Chancellor Friedrich…
Green Politician Praises Merz After Ukraine Talks
A leading figure in Germany’s Green Party has commended the federal government’s collaborative efforts with European partners regarding…
Merz Retains Support From Union Seniors
Following one hundred days in office, Chancellor Friedrich Merz appears to be receiving consistent support from within the…
Merz Signals Trump Ukraine Deal Agreement
Following a virtual conference with US President Donald Trump and other European leaders, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz indicated…
Ukrainian President Welcomed by German Chancellor Merz
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Berlin on Wednesday for a series of high-level discussions focused on international…
Klingbeil Backs Merz Push Ahead of Trump-Putin Talks
Germany’s Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has voiced strong support for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s diplomatic initiative…
Merz Talks Hope Fades for Breakthrough
The chair of the European Parliament’s Defence Committee, Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, commented today on a planned video conference involving…
Merz Faces Economic Criticism After 100 Days
Following the first 100 days of the new German government led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), business representatives…
Merz to Speak with Trump Sunday
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is scheduled to speak with US President Donald Trump by phone on Sunday, according…
Merz Backs Israel Arms Export Halt
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended the decision to halt certain arms exports to Israel, explaining the move as…
Germans Disapprove of Merz Government After 100 Days
A recent survey indicates a level of dissatisfaction among the German public regarding the performance of Chancellor Friedrich…
Merz Government Faces “Complete Failure” After 100 Days
The leader of the Left Party, Ines Schwerdtner, has delivered a scathing assessment of the first 100 days…
Merz Government Faces “Total Failure” After 100 Days
The chair of the Left Party, Ines Schwerdtner, has characterized the first 100 days of the current federal…
Merz Faces Questions Over Costly Mask Deals
Members of Germany’s Green Party have formally expressed concerns to Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the federal government’s transparency…
Merz Talks Trade With Philippines
Berlin and Manila have reaffirmed the strength of their bilateral relationship following a telephone conversation between German Chancellor…
Union Demands Auto Summit with Merz
The German trade union confederation, DGB, is calling for a summit with Chancellor Friedrich Merz to address the…