Germany Set for Early Elections on February 23 as Coalition Collapses
The SPD and Union have agreed on a new election date following the breakup of the Ampel coalition, pending formal approval by President Steinmeier.
- The Bundestag is expected to hold early elections on February 23, 2025, following the dissolution of the Ampel coalition.
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to pose the confidence question in mid-December to pave the way for the elections.
- The decision awaits formal confirmation by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who must dissolve the Bundestag.
- The CDU and SPD have reached an informal agreement on the election date, with the FDP and Greens also consulted.
- The breakup of the coalition has drawn international attention, with concerns about political stability amid global challenges.





















































































































