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Germany politics

"A Matter of Survival": Germany's New Coalition Government

German election: Projections say CDU/CSU leads with 29% DW 02/23/2025

Germany's conservative bloc leads the election results with 29%, followed by AfD at 19.5%, impacting future coalition formations.

fromeuronews

Top candidates cast their votes on German federal election day

Germany's election will likely require difficult coalition negotiations as no party is projected to secure an outright majority.

German election: Polls to open in snap vote DW 02/23/2025

Germany is holding snap elections after Chancellor Scholz's coalition collapse, focusing on immigration, economy, foreign policy, and climate change.

fromPOLITICO

Merz's coalition dream hinges on implosion of smaller rivals

Friedrich Merz needs smaller parties to underperform to secure a solid coalition after the upcoming election.

2 weeks ago

Germany news

Germany updates: Interior minister downplays coalition spat DW 07/12/2025

fromThe Nation

"A Matter of Survival": Germany's New Coalition Government

The German snap elections led to a coalition between the CDU/CSU and SPD, with the far-right AfD gaining significant support.

German election: Projections say CDU/CSU leads with 29% DW 02/23/2025

Germany's conservative bloc leads the election results with 29%, followed by AfD at 19.5%, impacting future coalition formations.

fromeuronews

Top candidates cast their votes on German federal election day

Germany's election will likely require difficult coalition negotiations as no party is projected to secure an outright majority.

German election: Polls to open in snap vote DW 02/23/2025

Germany is holding snap elections after Chancellor Scholz's coalition collapse, focusing on immigration, economy, foreign policy, and climate change.

fromPOLITICO

Merz's coalition dream hinges on implosion of smaller rivals

Friedrich Merz needs smaller parties to underperform to secure a solid coalition after the upcoming election.

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fromIrish Independent

3 weeks ago

Students in line for permanent fee cut as Coalition parties move on to budget battle over welfare payments

"I am going into the budget negotiations this autumn seeking the very best possible outcome for students and their families, of course by seeking discounts to the student contribution fee."

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Left-wing politics

fromIrish Independent

1 month ago

People Before Profit Councillor quits party over 'behind the scenes' coalition pact talks with Sinn Fein

People Before Profit is facing internal conflict over potential coalition with Sinn Féin, risking alienation of working-class supporters.

fromThe Local Germany

1 month ago

Majority of German voters support raising the minimum wage to 15

Two-thirds of Germans support raising the minimum wage to €15 per hour, reflecting significant political backing for the increase.

UK politics

fromwww.aljazeera.com

1 month ago

Why did the Dutch government collapse and what's next?

The Dutch government collapsed due to Geert Wilders' withdrawal over anti-immigration disputes.

fromTruthout

2 months ago

Awareness Protests Won't Threaten the Richest, Most Well-Armed People on Earth

True change requires meaningful actions, not just awareness.

Grassroots engagement is critical for effective protest.

Coalitional politics are essential against right-wing movements.

UK politics

fromwww.aljazeera.com

2 months ago

Australia's opposition coalition splits after election loss

The National Party has ended its 60-year alliance with the Liberal Party due to policy differences and an electoral defeat.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

2 months ago

Tory leader fails to rule out working with Reform or Plaid

Darren Millar aims to collaborate with any party to oust Labour from Welsh government.

UK news

fromIrish Independent

Nama boss Brendan McDonagh withdraws his name from 'housing tsar' government role

The appointment of Mr. McDonagh faced backlash due to salary concerns and lack of agreement on terms.

fromwww.bbc.com

Tories may need Reform coalition, says Ben Houchen

"Lord Houchen indicated that forming a coalition with Reform UK may be necessary to prevent a Labour victory in future elections."

UK politics

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Germany politics

Why is Germany's Friedrich Merz so unpopular? DW 04/25/2025

Friedrich Merz is poised to become Germany's tenth chancellor but faces declining popularity.

Merz invites Netanyahu to Germany despite ICC arrest warrant DW 03/01/2025

Friedrich Merz likely to become Chancellor, promises Netanyahu safe visit to Germany despite ICC arrest warrant.

Germany politics

Why is Germany's Friedrich Merz so unpopular? DW 04/25/2025

Merz invites Netanyahu to Germany despite ICC arrest warrant DW 03/01/2025

Friedrich Merz likely to become Chancellor, promises Netanyahu safe visit to Germany despite ICC arrest warrant.

The End of the German Government: How Chancellor Olaf Scholz Brought His Coalition to an End

The coalition government in Germany, led by Olaf Scholz, collapsed due to ongoing conflicts between key members, marking a significant political shift.

fromSpiegel

4 months ago

A "Little Coalition" for Germany: Friedrich Merz Faces an Uphill Battle as negotiations in Berlin Heat Up

After the election, Merz showed support for a constitutional amendment regarding defense funding, but faced immediate opposition from within his party.

German election: Parties prepare for coalition talks DW 02/25/2025

CDU secured the most votes in the election, followed by AfD, raising questions about coalition possibilities.

German election: Polls open in pivotal vote DW 02/23/2025

Germany votes in snap elections after Chancellor Olaf Scholz' coalition collapse, with immigration and economy as key voter issues.

German election: Parties prepare for coalition talks DW 02/25/2025

CDU secured the most votes in the election, followed by AfD, raising questions about coalition possibilities.

German election: Polls open in pivotal vote DW 02/23/2025

Germany votes in snap elections after Chancellor Olaf Scholz' coalition collapse, with immigration and economy as key voter issues.

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Germany's future: What's next after vote for change? DW 02/24/2025

CDU/CSU won the most votes in the 2025 federal election but fell short of a governing majority and ruled out coalition with AfD.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Germany has voted. But what kind of government will it have?

The CDU/CSU won the election but lacks a governing majority, complicating coalition negotiations in Germany.

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