Eventually Friedrich Merz

Cometh the hour, cometh eventually Friedrich Merz

Expectations of Germany’s next chancellor are already sky-high but coalition talks will be tough

Financial Times - 8h

Friedrich Merz German elections

Whether he can form a strong coalition remains to be seen, but whatever he does will be an essential part of Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.

The New York Times - 8h

Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?

Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.

CNBC - 3d

Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?

Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.

CNBC - 3d

German election as it happened: Friedrich Merz set to become chancellor

Christian Democrats secure under 30 per cent of vote, while far-right AfD comes in historic second place

Financial Times - 15h

Germany's Friedrich Merz: The risk-taker who flirted with far right

The leader of the Christian Democratic Union is now in pole position to become Germany's next chancellor.

BBC News - 12h

German Election 2025: Friedrich Merz Appears Poised to Be Next Chancellor

The Christian Democrat, who appeared to have a path to a stable governing coalition, hopes to lead Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.

The New York Times - 1h

Who Is Friedrich Merz, the Man Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor?

Friedrich Merz, head of the conservative Christian Democrats, has vowed to bring stronger leadership to Europe, where the new Trump administration has sowed anxiety.

The New York Times - 2h

FirstFT: Germany swings to right as Friedrich Merz’s party wins election

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Financial Times - 1h

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Yahoo News - 2d

Watch: Merz thanks voters as he is greeted with cheers

Christian Democrats leader Friedrich Merz thanks those who placed their trust in the party and him.

BBC News - 8h

Big challenges loom for Germany's Merz in divided country

Germany is at a crossroads and now for Friedrich Merz the hard work begins, writes Berlin correspondent Jessica Parker.

BBC News - 6h

Merz Appears Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor

Exit polls suggest that Friedrich Merz, the candidate for the conservative Christian Democrats who has vowed to bring stronger leadership in Europe, will be Germany’s next leader. The hard-right ...

The New York Times - 1h