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Merz, Europe and Germany

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.

Reuters on MSN · 1d

Wary of Trump, Germany's Merz warns it's 'five minutes to midnight for Europe'

Germany's election winner Friedrich Merz warned the United States on Monday against turning its back on allies but also urged Europeans to build up their own defence capabilities, saying it was now "five minutes to midnight for Europe".

The Washington Post · 2d

Friedrich Merz on course to take Germany's top job after election, vows to unite Europe

Friedrich Merz is on course to become post-World War II Germany’s 10th chancellor, the culmination of a yearslong political career that was once sidelined by his party’s iconic leader

Germany, AfD

CNN on MSN · 1d

Germany’s far-right may be frozen out of power, but the AfD is now a powerful force

Germany’s political system is set up to exclude extremists. Yet the country is waking up to a new political reality that has lurched to the right with the once outcast Alternative for Germany (AfD) party now firmly established in German politics.

BBC on MSN · 17h

Is German 'firewall' under threat after AfD success?

There is a determination among all of Germany's main parties to keep that block in place - and the German public backs them up: 69% see the AfD as a threat to democracy, according

Yahoo · 1d

The Daily T: Why the AfD can’t be ignored as Germany swings right

The German elections have taken place and the Bundestag is looking a lot more right-wing than it was this time yesterday. The centre-right CDU (Christian Democratic Union) led by Friedrich Merz will take power having won just over 28pc of the vote.

Europe, Russia and Vladimir Putin

The Economist · 13h

Can Europe confront Vladimir Putin’s Russia on its own?

On February 24th America sided with Russia and North Korea in voting against a UN resolution proposed by its European allies that blamed Russia for invading Ukraine. It then pushed through its own resolution in the Security Council with the support of Russia and China that called for a “swift end” to the war,

USA Today · 1d

Europe's Trump-whisperer makes the case for Ukraine over Putin

Trump has horrified European allies with his attacks on Volodymyr Zelenskyy and what critics say is a soft take on Vladimir Putin.

Bloomberg on MSN · 1d

EU’s Top Diplomat Says the US Is Spreading Russia Narrative

The European Union’s foreign policy chief said US President Donald Trump’s administration is falling for Russia’s narrative in its escalating criticism of Ukraine.

Germany, euro and Election

Reuters · 1d

US equities falter while Germany and euro digest election results

Wall Street struggled for traction on Monday, ending mixed after slumping last week, while German election results buoyed German shares and Europe's single currency as investors waited for midweek results from artificial intelligence chip leader Nvidia.

The Wall Street Journal on MSN · 1d

Euro Looks Expensive Given German Election Risks

The euro trades at high levels given the risks surrounding Germany’s election result, Monex Europe analysts say in a note. Friedrich Merz pledged to remake the country’s security arrangements and achieve independence from the U.

Dagens.com (UK) on MSN · 1d

Germany’s Election Shakes Up Europe

Germany’s center-right CDU/CSU has won the February 23 parliamentary elections, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) securing second place, according to preliminary results. According to CNN,

Germany, Left Party

U.S. News & World Report · 15h

Germany's Resurgent Left Party Will Vote Against Defence Fund, Says Leader

Co-party leader of Germany's left-wing party The Left (Die Linke) Ines Schwerdtner attends a press conference after the German general election in Berlin, Germany February 24, 2025. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner/File Photo BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's Left Party will vote against a special fund for increased military spending in the next legislature,

Reuters · 14h

Resurgence of Germany’s Left exposes fragmented, polarised electorate

The resurgence of the far-left Left Party, as well as a historic result for the far-right AfD, demonstrates growing support for the extremes as the outlook for Europe's largest economy darkens and the arrival of millions of migrants polarises society.

Deutsche Welle on MSN · 19h

How Germany's Left Party made its big election comeback

The shooting star of the 2025 election was undoubtedly the Left Party. shouted Left Party co-leader Jan van Aken to the cheering crowd at the election party in Berlin as the projected election results rolled in.

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Trial Begins in Germany for 4 Alleged Hamas Members Accused of Seeking Weapons Caches Across Europe

A trial has begun in Germany for four alleged Hamas members suspected of organizing weapons caches across Europe ...

As Germany moves right, migrants grapple with uncertainty and hope

Mohammad Azmouz, a Syrian barber living in Berlin, said casting his first ever vote on Sunday at the age of 57 was an ...

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Europe is set to spend more on security — and that's good news for defense stocks

Shares in Germany's Rheinmetall have soared 57% this year, while BAE Systems is up 17% and France's Thales has gained 22%.

Germany’s election result cements a shift to the right in Europe

Four candidates are running to be Germany’s next leader: incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Friedrich Merz, current Vice ...

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France offers Germany fighter jets with nuclear weapons to protect Europe from Putin

Incoming German Chancellor Friedrich Merz last week said the UK and France should discuss whether their nuclear protection ...

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Tesla Sales Crumble 45% In Europe, While EV Market Explodes 37%

According to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), Tesla sold 9,945 units in January 2025, ...

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Germany votes Sunday for a new government that will shape Europe’s response to an assertive Trump

German voters go to the polls Sunday to elect a parliament that will determine who runs the country for the next four years.

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Tesla sales in Europe drop 45% in January amid rising competition and political challenges

Tesla’s sales in Europe plunged 45% in January, as competition rises and backlash grows over Elon Musk’s political activism.

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Heat pumps, EVs and net zero: What does the German election result mean for climate action?

What will Europe’s biggest emitter do next? Politicians, energy experts and campaigners share their hopes and fears. View on ...

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