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US midterm elections, international conflicts, and German political instability are covered in this news update.

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How are Trump and Harris campaigning differently?: Donald Trump is campaigning by making inflammatory statements against immigrants, while Kamala Harris is focusing on more community-oriented events.
What major political event is happening in the US?: The US midterm elections are taking place, with key races for the House of Representatives, Senate, and presidency.
What is the current situation in Germany's government?: In South Korea, North Korea recently launched ballistic missiles, and in Germany, Chancellor Scholz is attempting to stabilize his coalition government.
What are some of the major international developments mentioned?: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg is calling for Germany to increase its defense spending, while the conflict in Ukraine and the Middle East continues to escalate.
What is the expected timeline for determining the election results?: The election results may take several days to be fully determined, similar to the 2020 election which took four days for a winner to be declared.

Jan 22, 07:07

Trump's Election Strains German-American Relations

Following Donald Trump's election, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz offered congratulations but stayed away from the inauguration, highlighting the strained relations stemming from Trump's threats to end climate protection, impose tariffs, and pursue an assertive foreign policy; Germany's political landscape shows divisions in response, with the far-right AfD welcoming Trump's election.

Jan 20, 13:13

German Ambassador Warns of Trump's Potential Damage to US Democracy and Transatlantic Relations

German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis warned Berlin that a second Trump term could erode US democratic institutions and harm transatlantic relations, citing potential damage to political and bureaucratic structures; a YouGov poll shows 67% of Germans expect worsening relations with the US under a Trump presidency.

Jan 17, 16:06

Scholz Faces Backlash Over Linking Ukraine Aid to New Debt

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is facing criticism for conditioning €3 billion in further military aid for Ukraine on new debt, prompting accusations of electioneering from opposition parties and even his own foreign minister, amid a looming snap election on February 23rd.

Jan 17, 19:10

Scholz Faces Backlash Over Rejected €3 Billion Ukraine Aid Package

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's refusal to approve a €3 billion aid package for Ukraine sparks widespread criticism, with accusations of prioritizing electoral calculations over European needs, despite Germany already providing substantial aid. The decision, linked to concerns about increasing national debt and social spending, raises concerns about Germany's continued commitment to supporting Ukraine, especially given the upcoming election.