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Germany set for snap elections in February

After collapse of governing coalition, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier backs timeline for February 23 vote.

Al Jazeera

Germany Faces Uncertainty Amid Trump's Tariff Threats And Political Turmoil

Trump's proposed tariffs and Germany's political turmoil raise concerns about global economic stability and trade relations.

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Germany To Hold Snap Election On February 23

Germany's snap election on February 23 follows coalition collapse. Chancellor Scholz faces challenges amid weak economy.

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Crisis-hit Germany Headed For February 23 Snap Election

Germany, mired in political crisis, is headed for February 23 elections, the main parties agreed Tuesday, aiming to form a stable government after Chancellor Olaf Scholz's three-party coalition collapsed last week.

International Business Times

German Chancellor Scholz To Seek Vote Of Confidence

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz seeks early vote of confidence following coalition collapse, potentially leading to a new election in February.

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Germany to hold snap election on 23 February

President approves date agreed by leading Social Democrats and opposition conservatives

The Guardian - UK

Germany set for snap election following collapse of Olaf Scholz’s coalition

Germany is expected to hold a snap election in February after Chancellor Olaf Scholz reportedly agreed a deal with opposition politicians for an early vote.

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German paper industry denies claims paper shortage could hinder election

Head of electoral commission had said timing of early election could be affected by shortage of paper to print ballots

The Guardian - UK

Europe braces for a ‘swift and brutal transition’ to the world of Trump

Experts tell Al Jazeera to expect pressure to buy more US weapons, a trade dispute, and possibly a trade war.

Al Jazeera

Kremlin Denies Call Between Putin And Trump

The Kremlin on Monday denied a US media report that Russian President Vladimir Putin and US president-elect Donald Trump shared a call about the Ukraine conflict.

Latin Times

Kremlin Calling Putin-Trump Post Election Phone Call Pure Fiction

The Kremlin on Monday denied a US media report that Russian President Vladimir Putin and US president-elect Donald Trump shared a call about the Ukraine conflict.

International Business Times

Strikes Kill Six In Ukraine A Day After Drone Barrage

Air alerts wailed across Ukraine early Monday as Russian strikes killed at least six people, a day after record drone attacks by both sides and US president-elect Donald Trump reportedly urging Russia's Vladimir Putin not to escalate the conflict.

International Business Times

Trump, Scholz discuss ‘return to peace in Europe’

US president-elect’s call comes after the German leader had openly backed Joe Biden’s re-election.

Al Jazeera

Starmer makes historic Armistice trip in big Brexit reset move to woo Macron

Amid the collapse of Olaf Scholz’s administration, Sir Keir will be keen to woo the French president

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International Business Times

Germany's Scholz Says Ready To Hold confidence Vote This Year

Germany's embattled Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Sunday he would be ready to ask for a confidence vote this year to pave the way for snap elections.

Al Jazeera

Biden will push Trump to back Ukraine in transition meeting: Adviser

Outgoing US president is expected to start making his pitch to Donald Trump during a transition meeting on Wednesday.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Germany’s collapsed coalition: politics in the shadow of Donald Trump

Editorial: A snap election triggered by Olaf Scholz will be crucial in shaping Europe’s response to last week’s events in the US

The Guardian - AU

Trump reportedly tells Putin to not escalate war in Ukraine – as it happened

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Berlin Celebrates 35Th Anniversary Of Fall Of Berlin Wall

Germany marks the 35th anniversary of the Berlin Wall's fall with concerts, art, and tributes, emphasizing freedom and unity.

Radio France Internationale

Germany marks 1989 Berlin Wall fall with 'Preserve Freedom' party

Germany marked 35 years since the Berlin Wall fell with festivities on Saturday under the theme "Preserve Freedom!", against the somber backdrop of war in Gaza and Ukraine, and fears that democracy is under attack around the world.

The Guardian - UK

The collapse of Germany’s government will delight Trump – and his European friends

The German dream of centrist, stable government has been dashed by geopolitical forces and the cult of balanced budgets, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre

International Business Times

Germany Marks 1989 Berlin Wall Fall With 'Preserve Freedom' Party

Germany marks 35 years since the Berlin Wall fell with festivities from Saturday under the theme "Preserve Freedom!"

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Germany's Economy Minister Hopes To Become Green Party Candidate

Germany's political landscape shifts as economy minister eyes Green Party's chancellor candidacy amid coalition collapse.

The Independent UK

German chancellor’s last remaining coalition ally makes his move before expected early election

German Eonomy Minister Robert Habeck says he hopes to become his Green Party’s chancellor in the coming election

International Business Times

Germany's Embattled Scholz Open To Talks On Early Election

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, mired in crisis after his three-party coalition collapsed this week, said Friday he is open to talks on whether to move forward snap elections.

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