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Friedrich Merz

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Merz Faces Political Struggles as Coalition Talks Stall and AfD Gains Ground

Germany Reaches Landmark Debt Deal to Boost Defense, Infrastructure, and Climate Spending

Germany's Chancellor-Elect Friedrich Merz Signals Shift Toward European Defense Independence

Germany Prepares for Critical Election as CDU-CSU Expected to Lead

Germany Faces Political and Economic Crossroads Ahead of Pivotal Election

Germany's Far-Right AfD Poised for Record Gains in Upcoming Election

Germany Faces Political Fragmentation Ahead of February 23 Election

German Opposition Leader Friedrich Merz Calls for Strict Migration Overhaul Ahead of Election

Friedrich Merz Nominated as CDU/CSU Candidate for German Chancellor