With Friedrich Merz as its likely new leader, Germany is on the cusp of change
Germany once again has the luxury of forming a government from the political centre without major obstacles. Read more at ...
Closed borders, independence from Trump: What could Friedrich Merz’s victory mean for Germany, Europe?
Conservative leader Friedrich Merz has triumphed at Germany’s ballot boxes, paving his way to become the next chancellor. His ...
Friedrich Merz to become German Chancellor tomorrow; man who voted against criminalising marital rape policy | 5 points
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany’s conservative opposition, achieved a modest victory in the national election. The ...
Meet Friedrich Merz, Christian Democratic Union frontrunner set to be next Chancellor of Germany as Olaf Scholz concedes poll defeat
The election results mark a turning point in German politics. Chancellor Olaf Scholz's center-left Social Democrats (SPD) ...
AfD is 'absolutely delighted' - BBC reports from the party's HQ
The BBC's Nick Beake reports from AfD headquarters in Berlin.
US ‘largely indifferent’ to Europe: Germany’s Friedrich Merz turns cold despite Donald Trump’s praise
Friedrich Merz’s conservatives triumphed in Germany’s elections, obtaining over 28% of the vote, as the far-right AfD gained ...
German Election Live Updates: Will Germany's 'Firewall' prevent AfD from coming to power?
This important election has galvanised voters, and campaigning resumed on Saturday evening with a final discussion on ...