Germany’s election winner pledges ‘independence from US’

FirstFT: German election winner Friedrich Merz promises ‘independence from US’

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Immigration and an ailing economy dominate Germany’s election as far right eyes gains

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Discontented Germany votes in an election with economy, migration and far-right strength in focus

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ABC News - 18h

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The New York Times - 7h

Conservatives win Germany election as far-right sees strong showing

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Voting begins in high-stakes German election watched closely by Europe and US

Conservative Friedrich Merz is expected to win, but the far-right AfD is set for a strong second place.

BBC News - 16h

Germany’s Merz says Europe can no longer rely on US protection

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Financial Times - 2d

‘Our neighbours are daring to choose fascism again’: Germany’s election leaves many fearing what lies ahead

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The Guardian - 2d

Germany’s election will usher in new leadership — but might not turn tides for the country's struggling economy

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CNBC - 2d

Germany's conservatives set to win election as far-right AfD leaps to second place, exit polls show

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Friedrich Merz German elections

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The New York Times - 1h

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Germany’s election winner pledges ‘independence from US’

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