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Merz Criticizes Israel's Gaza Actions Amid Humanitarian Concerns

From Germany, unusually harsh words are now coming about Israel's efforts in Gaza and the suffering of the population in Gaza. To be honest, I no longer understand what they are doing right now in Gaza and what their ultimate goal is, says Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Merz Criticizes Israel's Gaza Actions Amid Humanitarian Concerns

Can Friedrich Merz Build a Strong Relationship with Trump on the Golf Course

He was outmaneuvered by Angela Merkel and disappeared from politics. Now Friedrich Merz has got his final revenge.

Can Friedrich Merz Build a Strong Relationship with Trump on the Golf Course

SPD Approves Coalition, Paving Way for Merz as German Chancellor

Party members of Germany's social democratic party SPD have approved the government coalition with the Christian democratic CDU/CSU. .

SPD Approves Coalition, Paving Way for Merz as German Chancellor

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Rome stands still and the world's eyes are fixed on the Vatican. Today, Pope Francis is being buried.

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

The Catholic world is in mourning after Pope Francis' passing – but there is no time for rest. The funeral will be held on Saturday at St.

Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

Russia Cautions Germany on Sending Taurus Robots to Ukraine

Germany's incoming Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz has opened up to sending the German-Swedish long-distance robot Taurus to Ukraine. An attack with such a weapon would draw Germany into the war, warns Moscow.

Russia Cautions Germany on Sending Taurus Robots to Ukraine

Man Fined €4,500 for Hugging German Chancellor Scholz

The middle-aged man slipped past Olaf Scholz's bodyguards and gave Germany's Federal Chancellor a hug. But you don't do that unpunished – the 50-year-old has now been fined 4,500 euros (50,000 kronor).

Man Fined €4,500 for Hugging German Chancellor Scholz

Germany's New Coalition Looks to Sweden for Defense Inspiration

The German Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU) and Social Democrats (SPD) have agreed on a coalition agreement. The way is thus clear for Friedrich Merz to become Germany's next Federal Chancellor.

Germany's New Coalition Looks to Sweden for Defense Inspiration

German Coalition Talks Near Conclusion as CDU/CSU and SPD Finalize Details

The German government talks are very close to a solution, report German TV channels. CDU/CSU and SPD are said to be only details away from an agreement on a coalition government.

German Coalition Talks Near Conclusion as CDU/CSU and SPD Finalize Details

Germany Approves €3.3 Billion Military Aid Package to Ukraine

Germany has approved a military support package to Ukraine of 3. 3 billion euros, equivalent to approximately 35.

Germany Approves €3.3 Billion Military Aid Package to Ukraine

Germany Approves 500 Billion Euro Loan Package for Defense and Infrastructure

The German Federal Council has approved constitutional amendments that open up for loans of hundreds of billions of euros for defense and infrastructure. .

Germany Approves 500 Billion Euro Loan Package for Defense and Infrastructure

Macron and Scholz Support a Ceasefire

France's President Emmanuel Macron and Germany's Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz promise to continue providing Ukraine with military support. .

Macron and Scholz Support a Ceasefire

German parties united – billion investment secured

The likely future German government parties have agreed with the Greens in a contentious struggle over multi-billion investments in infrastructure and defense. Germany is back, says CDU leader Friedrich Merz at a press conference.

German parties united – billion investment secured

Selfie ban during German government talks

No statements, no press conferences, no situation reports – and no selfies. The rules are tough ahead of the government talks in Germany, where election winner Friedrich Merz will try to stitch together a coalition between Christian Democrats and Social Democrats.

Selfie ban during German government talks

Germany to Ease Debt Rules for Major Defense and Infrastructure Boost

Germany's Christian Democrats and Social Democrats have agreed to ease the debt brake to be able to invest multi-billion amounts in defense. This is announced by Friedrich Merz, who is expected to become the new Federal Chancellor after Olaf Scholz's election defeat in February.

Germany to Ease Debt Rules for Major Defense and Infrastructure Boost

Germany's Parliament Poised for Major Defense Funding Vote Next Week

Already next week, the outgoing German federal parliament may vote on a giant package to strengthen the defense, reports Bild. .

Germany's Parliament Poised for Major Defense Funding Vote Next Week

Macron proposes limited ceasefire for a month

A French-British proposal for a limited ceasefire for a month appears to be one of the results of Sunday's summit in London. .

Macron proposes limited ceasefire for a month

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

A plan for a lasting peace in Ukraine was at the center of Sunday's crucial meeting in London. Afterward, the message is that it requires strong European buildup and security guarantees for Ukraine.

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

Support for Zelensky after the quarrel - "not alone"

The support for Ukraine and President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is pouring in after the brawl at the White House. "You are not alone" and that President Donald Trump is doing Putin's "dirty work" are some of the messages.

Support for Zelensky after the quarrel - "not alone"

Government talks begin in Berlin – without Scholz

After the election defeat for Germany's social democratic federal chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday, the victorious Christian democrat Friedrich Merz will today begin sounding out for a new government. The talks with the social democratic SPD will take place without Scholz, according to German media.

Government talks begin in Berlin – without Scholz

Musk: Time issue before AFD wins

The Far-Right Party AFD achieved great successes in Sunday's German election. Friedrich Merz, who is likely to become the country's next Chancellor, calls the right-wing extremist upswing "the last warning" to other parties.

Musk: Time issue before AFD wins

The Power Player Merz Has Made His Comeback

He was outmaneuvered by Angela Merkel and disappeared from politics. Now, Friedrich Merz has made a grand comeback.

The Power Player Merz Has Made His Comeback

Power Shift in Germany: "Now We Must Take Our Place"

The votes are counted and Germany's next Chancellor will most likely be Friedrich Merz. The far-right party AFD became the second largest – and now Merz faces tough government negotiations.

Power Shift in Germany: "Now We Must Take Our Place"

Merz: Last chance to stop the far-right

Olaf Scholz and Friedrich Merz faced each other on Wednesday in the last TV debate before the German election. And much was about immigration and the far-right.

Merz: Last chance to stop the far-right