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Germany, Friedrich Merz and AfD

Germany's Merz rules out quick reform of state debt limits

By Andreas Rinke and Matthias Williams BERLIN (Reuters) -Election winner Friedrich Merz on Tuesday ruled out a quick reform to Germany's state borrowing limits known as the "debt brake" and said it was too soon to say whether the outgoing parliament could wave through a massive military spending boost.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Germany's Merz Will Push up Debt With Help of Left, Says AfD Leader

The leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), the second largest party in parliament after Sunday's election, said Germany's likely next chancellor would be held hostage by left-wing parties that would seek to loosen tough fiscal rules.

Associated Press · 1d

Merz leads in Germany’s election while AfD makes historic gains | AP Explains

Germany has voted — and the exit polls show opposition leader Friedrich Merz and his Conservative Party on course for a lackluster victory in Sunday’s election.

Europe may need its own military alliance instead of NATO

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Germany's Merz questions the longevity of NATO's '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 the comments by U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, and that Europe must quickly establish an independent defence capability.

WION on MSN · 8h

Germany's chancellor Merz calls for Europe's 'independence' from US

Friedrich Merz, who is likely to be the country’s next chancellor, has stated that Europe must work towards achieving independence from the United States. His remarks come after his center-right alliance's victory in the parliamentary elections,

RBC Ukraine on MSN · 1d

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.

Germany, Friedrich Merz and Trump

Politico Europe · 1d

Germany’s Merz vows ‘independence’ from Trump’s America, warning NATO may soon be dead

Election winner likens the Trump administration to Putin’s Russia as he bids to take Europe in a new direction.

Newsweek on MSN · 1d

Europe Should 'Achieve Independence' From US, Says Germany's Merz

Friedrich Merz, the leader of Germany's mainstream conservatives, has said that Europe must become independent from the United States in security matters, after his grouping won the biggest share of the vote in federal elections.

The Washington Post · 1d

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.

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Germany’s new conservative leader looks to ‘achieve independence’ from US

Germany's incoming chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has said an "absolute priority" for him will be to distance Europe from the ...

Meet the Man Who Is Poised to Lead Germany

Friedrich Merz, head of the conservative Christian Democrats, has vowed to bring stronger leadership to Europe, where the new ...

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Germany to move toward 'independence' from US, new leader says

Friedrich Merz's CDU party emerged as the largest party in Germany's parliament, the Bundestag, earning 28.6% of the vote.

Germany’s chancellor-in-waiting prioritizes ‘real’ independence from the US − but what does that mean and is it achievable?

Merz’s “real independence” statement would have been noteworthy coming from any German chancellor. But it is even more striking when one considers the fact that Merz is a committed transatlanticist ...

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Germany's Defense Spending Conundrum: Balancing Fiscal Constraints and Security Needs

Germany may approve a defense fund before the new parliament convenes, leaving borrowing debates for new lawmakers. Merz ...

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What to Know About Germany’s Election Results—and What Comes Next

The far-right had its strongest showing since World War II, while the center-left Social Democrats had their worst postwar ...

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