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German Government Crisis and Habeck's Potential Candidacy

Germany's coalition government collapses, leading to calls for early elections and speculation about Robert Habeck's candidacy for chancellor.

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Green PartySocial Democratic Party (Spd)Free Democratic Party (Fdp)Christian Democratic Union (Cdu)Alternative For Germany (Afd)

Robert HabeckOlaf ScholzChristian LindnerFriedrich MerzSahra Wagenknecht

What triggered the current political crisis in Germany?: Germany's three-party coalition government collapsed, leading to calls for early elections. Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck, from the Green Party, is expected to announce his candidacy for chancellor.
How has the public reacted to the performance of the German government?: The Greens, along with their coalition partners, the SPD and FDP, have seen their popularity plummet, with only 14% of Germans satisfied with the government in October.
What is the opposition's stance on the potential candidacy of Robert Habeck?: Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU opposition party, dismissed Habeck's potential candidacy, citing the Greens' low approval ratings. Other parties have also reacted negatively to the unfolding political situation.
What is the response of Chancellor Olaf Scholz to the pressure for early elections?: Olaf Scholz, the current chancellor, is facing immense pressure to call for early elections after the collapse of his coalition government. His attempts to negotiate with the opposition have stalled.
What are the potential international implications of the German government's instability?: The instability of the German government raises concerns about its ability to provide leadership both domestically and internationally, particularly within the European Union.

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