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Germany set to hold snap elections on 23 February, reports claim

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz previously suggested new vote could be held in March, following the breakdown of his ruling coalition.

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Domestic political crises pose obstacles to Franco-German alliance

The German and French political crises and the economic challenges that come with them could weaken Franco-German leadership and affect the EU's ability to present a united front in key negotiations.

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Germany's Chancellor willing to hold confidence vote this year

The so-called 'Traffic Light Coalition' – made up of Scholz’s Social Democrats, the liberal FDP and the Greens – collapsed on 6 November after Scholz fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner.

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Germany's Habeck set to run for chancellor for the Greens

Green minister and Deputy Chancellor Robert Habeck is expected to announce candidacy as leader Olaf Scholz faces pressure to call early elections after the collapse of his governing coalition.

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What does the German government break down mean for Europe?

The German government's collapse, which came just hours after US President Donald Trump was elected for a second time, has sent shockwaves throughout Europe. But what does it mean for the rest of the EU?

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Claus Strunz: Government collapse a 'heart attack' for Europe

Euronews Editor-in-Chief Claus Strunz gives his view on the collapse of Germany's coalition government, after Chancellor Olaf Scholz dimissed his Finance Minister and set a no-confidence vote for early next year.

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Scholz names finance minister amid Germany's ruling coalition crisis

Ministers in the German government are reshuffling after its ruling coalition effectively collapsed. The opposition have called for an earlier vote of no confidence.

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German government on edge as Scholz fires his finance minister

"He has broken my trust too many times", the chancellor said of his Finance Minister Christian Lindner.

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Scholz criticised for hosting economic summit without key ministers

The German chancellor has been accused of using an economic summit as an election launchpad.

India

Germany backs India-EU free trade agreement as Scholz visits New Delhi

Modi and Scholz held talks to strengthen India-Germany ties, signing agreements on defence, trade, and clean energy.

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Erdogan says Turkey's doors are 'open' to refugees from Lebanon

After meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Istanbul for talks, President Erdogan says Turkey's doors are 'open' to refugees from Lebanon.

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US President Biden meets with Scholz, Macron and Starmer in Berlin

US President Joe Biden made a flying visit to Berlin on Friday, spending less than 24 hours in the German capital to meet with German, French, and British leaders for discussions.

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Biden calls for more Western support to Ukraine on Germany visit

The call comes amid worries that a victory for Donald Trump could upset the relationships that Biden is hoping to pass on to Vice President Kamala Harris.

Germany

Scholz criticises EU car tariffs ahead of European Council meeting

Chancellor Olaf Scholz defended the German government's position on foreign and economic policies in the Bundestag ahead of his meeting with the European Council in Brussels later this week.

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Scholz underlines need for cooperation between West Balkan states

The six West Balkan states attended a summit in Berlin to sign agreements to bring them closer to EU membership. The German Chancellor said they needed to cooperate.

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Berlin summit seeks closer EU ties for Western Balkan states

First initiated by Germany, the Berlin Process aims to bring six Western Balkan states closer to the EU.

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Zelenskyy meets Scholz in Berlin despite NATO meeting cancellation

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy concluded his short European tour ahead of the US elections in Berlin on Friday by meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. But was the trip a success?

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Germany to supply more weapons to Israel, says chancellor

Germany will continue sending weapons to Israel, the German chancellor said during a parliamentary debate.

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Olaf Scholz kicks off German Unity Day in a former eastern stronghold

As Germany celebrates 34 years of national unification, the chancellor's choice of location for the national anniversary leaves many wondering how politically harmonious the nation is in the face of a looming 2025 federal election.

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Macron warns of precarious time for Europe as he visits Berlin

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron in Berlin on Wednesday. During Macron's fourth visit to Germany this year, the French leader voiced concerns over the future of Europe.