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Germany's Merz promises to do 'whatever it takes' on defence
Germany's likely chancellor-to-be announces a political deal to raise hundreds of billions of euros in extra spending.BBC News - 1d -
Europe needs Friedrich Merz to succeed
The first moves by Germany’s chancellor-designate are bold and encouragingFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
Who is Friedrich Merz and what’s in his in-tray?
Former banker almost certain to be Germany’s next chancellor faces testing domestic political and economic landscape – and then there’s Donald Trump. German election – latest updates Friedrich ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
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 - Feb. 23 -
Cometh the hour, cometh eventually Friedrich Merz
Expectations of Germany’s next chancellor are already sky-high but coalition talks will be toughFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
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 - Feb. 24 -
Germany election: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe
Leader of victorious conservative alliance says continent must build defence capability as US moves towards ‘America alone’ motto. The man expected to be Germany’s next chancellor has said Europe ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
How will Germany’s Merz build his coalition government?
CDU leader has vowed to seal negotiations with the Social Democrats by AprilFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
Friedrich Merz, Germany’s Next Chancellor, Is Yesterday’s Man
Friedrich Merz, almost certain to be the country’s next chancellor, is yesterday’s man.The New York Times - 2d -
Germany’s Merz plans ‘double bazooka’ for defence and infrastructure
Economists’ proposal for up to €800bn of funding under review as part of coalition talksFinancial Times - 2d -
Next Likely Chancellor Promises a Tougher Germany
Friedrich Merz, whose conservative party is ahead in polls before Sunday’s election, sees an “epochal rupture” with a United States that is more aligned with Russia.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Comparing Trump's executive orders with Project 2025 promises
According to a CBS News analysis, President Trump has signed 73 executive orders so far, targeting everything from the border to the environment and federal spending. Many online users have pointed ...CBS News - Feb. 20 -
Has Trump kept his day one promises?
It's been a busy first month, with a blizzard of activity, so we compare his pledges with what he has delivered.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
The unseen map that promised to bring peace to the Middle East
In 2008, Israel's Prime Minister Ehud Olmert urged the Palestinian leader to agree to a two-state solution. The map he drew has never been revealed to media - until now.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Ferguson promises 'a bit of desire' from Rangers
Barry Ferguson is confident fans will see a Rangers team with greater "energy" and "a bit of desire" when he makes his debut as head coach against Kilmarnock on Wednesday.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Trump does not promise Ukraine security in exchange for minerals
President Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will finalize a rare minerals deal during a trip to the White House on Friday. Under the agreement, the U.S. would receive mineral ...CBS News - Feb. 26 -
Starmer Offers Trump a Plea and a Promise Over Ukraine
During a visit to the White House by the British prime minister, President Trump refused to pledge U.S. military support for a peacekeeping force for Ukraine.The New York Times - 6d -
Greenland’s Minerals: The Harsh Reality Behind the Glittering Promise
There is excitement about the potentially lucrative resources scattered around the island, especially the rare earths. But extreme weather, fired-up environmentalists and other factors have ...The New York Times - 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 - Feb. 20 -
Germany’s Merz says Europe can no longer rely on US protection
Frontrunner for chancellor suggests possible nuclear co-operation with the UK and FranceFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
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 placeFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
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Debt and defence headache for Merz after AfD and far left make gains
Election winner could struggle to reform strict borrowing rules due to opposition in next parliamentFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
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 - Feb. 24 -
Friedrich Merz: 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 - Feb. 24 -
FirstFT: Germany’s Friedrich Merz pledges ‘independence from US’
Also in today’s newsletter, staff revolt at FTI and Apple’s DEI and OpenAI initiatives under fireFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
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 - Feb. 24 -
Germany: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe and calls for unity – live
Most likely next German chancellor warns against rise of far right and says he intends to form new government by Easter. German election 2025: results in full Guten Morgen aus Berlin, . In ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
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Who is Friedrich Merz, the man on course to lead Germany after its election?
Friedrich Merz has vowed to prioritize European unity and the continent's security as it grapples with the new Trump administration and Russia's war on Ukraine.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Merz examines using outgoing parliament to loosen debt brake
German election winner says he will hold talks with other parties to adopt constitutional change in next 30 daysFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
The Guardian view on Germany’s election result: Merz’s task is formidable | Editorial
The victorious CDU leader is likely to be more proactive on the European stage. He will also need to forge broad alliances at home to see off the far right. Friedrich Merz, the leader of Germany’s ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
How Friedrich Merz Will Try to Lead Europe Despite a Weakened Hand
The likely next chancellor is unpopular, and his country’s economy has stalled. But his penchant for risks could help lead to a European showdown with President Trump.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Merz’s all-male team photo revives question of gender equality in Germany
Image posted on social media rekindles idea that prospective new chancellor has a Frauenproblem . Six beaming election winners huddled around a table and not a woman among them: a viral social ...The Guardian - Feb. 27 -
Germany’s Merz in ‘difficult’ talks over plans to boost defence spending
Debate over multibillion-Euro top-up to military fund is playing a central role in exploratory coalition discussionsFinancial Times - 6d -
Germany’s Merz says Trump-Zelensky fight a 'deliberate escalation' by US
Germany's Friedrich Merz, poised to be his country's next chancellor, said he thinks the explosive exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Trump on Friday resulted ...The Hill - 2d -
Germany’s Merz strikes ‘game-changing’ deal to boost defence spending
Move to relax debt brake marks historic shift in country’s conservative approach to borrowingFinancial Times - 1d -
Concerns for ceasefire as Israel accuses Hamas of breaking promise to return hostage remains
Israel says Hamas is violating the ceasefire deal over the return of hostage remains. Israel identified the bodies of a 4-year-old and his 9-month-old brother, but forensic tests revealed a third ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Rivian keeps promise on making a profit, but here’s why the stock is falling
Rivian Automotive Inc. makes good on its promise to get to its first quarterly gross profit and blows past Wall Street estimates for its sales.MarketWatch - Feb. 21
