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Conservatives win German election

The Washington Post · 16h

Who is Friedrich Merz, the German election winner warning Europe about Trump?

Merz expressed concern over changing relations with Washington under the Trump administration, emphasizing the need for gradual independence from the U.S.

The Associated Press on MSN · 8h

Who is Friedrich Merz, the man on course to lead Germany after its election?

Friedrich Merz has vowed to prioritize European unity and the continent's security as it grapples with the new Trump administration and Russia's war on Ukraine.

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Merz warns Europe should seek ‘independence’ from US after conservatives win German election - and far-right support surges

Europe must seek to “achieve independence” from the United States, Germany’s likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz said after his opposition conservatives won elections on Sunday, in a vote that also saw surging support for the far-right.

German chancellor, NATO and Friedrich Merz

Likely next German chancellor Merz questions NATO's future in 'current form'

Germany's likely next Chancellor Friedrich Merz questioned on Sunday whether NATO would remain in its "current form" by June in light of comments by U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, and said Europe must quickly establish an independent defence capability.

Who is Friedrich Merz, the CDU candidate for German chancellor?

Germany's opposition leader Friedrich Merz is the front-runner in the country's election campaign, with his center-right Union bloc leading polls. The 69-year-old became leader of the Christian Democratic Union after Chancellor Angela Merkel stepped down in 2021,

RBC Ukraine on MSN · 8h

Europe may need its own military alliance instead of NATO – German Chancellor candidate

Friedrich Merz, the frontrunner for Germany’s next chancellor, has expressed doubts about NATO’s future. The politician believes that Europe may need its own military force, according to Radio Liberty.

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How Friedrich Merz Will Try to Lead Europe Despite a Weakened Hand

The likely next chancellor is unpopular, and his country’s economy has stalled. But his penchant for risks could help lead to ...

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Friedrich Merz’s rise to the German chancellery is unlikely third act of long career

Friedrich Merz, a man who has never held a government role, is preparing to take the reins in Germany just as the country ...

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Friedrich Merz’s party’s victory in German election brings bleak prospect of headaches and endless to-do lists

Uncertain outlook in Berlin as man who is likely to be next chancellor has to convince sceptical voters he can deliver change ...

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German business leaders say new government must act quickly to rescue stagnant economy

Germany’s businesses have been frustrated by government inaction on the stagnating economy. Sunday’s national election raises ...

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German CDU leader Merz welcomes UK's interest in improving Europe ties

Germany's conservative CDU leader Friedrich Merz welcomed on Monday the interest shown by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer ...

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