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Hanau Regains City Status After 51 Years

On January 1st, 2024, Hanau, Germany, will become a city again after 51 years in the Main-Kinzig district, a decision driven by Hanau's unique growth following the departure of the US army and a desire for greater local control, potentially impacting the district's resources and influence.

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German Coalition Faces Challenges After Election

Following Germany's election, a coalition government formed between the Union and SPD faces immediate challenges: addressing the AfD's strong showing, providing further aid to Ukraine, and navigating budget cuts, including potential cuts to the Elterngeld program.

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Hamburg State Election: Tschentscher Optimistic Despite Federal Losses, Coalition Possibilities Remain Open

Ahead of Hamburg's state election, Mayor Peter Tschentscher (SPD) expresses optimism despite the SPD's poor performance in the federal election, citing the city's success in handling recent crises and current polls favoring a red-green coalition. However, he acknowledges the possibility of a CDU-Gre...

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AfD's Election Surge Makes it Germany's Largest Opposition Force

In Germany's recent national election, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party nearly doubled its parliamentary seats, becoming the largest opposition force and gaining significant political influence, including increased funding and committee leadership roles. They plan to use this to att...

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Germany: Union and SPD Begin Coalition Talks

Following Germany's federal election, Union and SPD initiated exploratory talks for a coalition government on February 28th, aiming to set a timeline and framework for negotiations by Easter, despite existing policy differences and damaged trust between the parties.

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CDU/SPD Coalition Talks Begin in Germany

Following Germany's parliamentary elections, exploratory talks commenced Friday between the CDU/CSU and SPD to form a coalition government, despite significant policy differences and the SPD's uncertainty about participation; CDU leader Friedrich Merz aims to form a new government by April 20th.

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Germany's Post-Election Government Faces Ukraine Funding Challenge

After winning Germany's recent elections, conservative leader Friedrich Merz has until April 20th to form a coalition government, causing concern due to the urgent need for immediate action on the Ukraine conflict, especially given recent tensions between the US and Ukraine.

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SPD Members Oppose Merz as Chancellor

At least eight SPD Bundestag members oppose CDU chairman Friedrich Merz as Chancellor due to his conservative and neoliberal stance on issues like migration and NGOs; this internal division may significantly impact coalition negotiations.

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Hamburg State Election: SPD Poised for Victory Amidst Fragmented Political Landscape

Hamburg's state election on February 26th sees the SPD as the frontrunner (31-33%), followed by the CDU (17-18%) and Greens (16-17%), with the Left (12-13%), AfD (10%), and FDP struggling. The election is significant given the recent federal election results and concerns about the fragmentation of t...

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German Coalition Talks: Trade Policy Divisions Emerge

Germany's CDU/CSU and SPD, despite largely agreeing on the need for free trade agreements with Latin America, India, and other regions, are divided on issues like the Supply Chain Act, where the CDU seeks its abolishment while the SPD supports an EU-aligned approach; both parties agree on a 'de-risk...

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Merz's Insensitive Use of Lübcke Murder in German Election Campaign

In Germany's 2025 election campaign, CDU's Friedrich Merz used the 2019 murder of Walter Lübcke as a political attack against anti-fascists, sparking widespread criticism for his insensitivity and opportunistic use of a tragedy.

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CDU-SPD Coalition Talks Begin Amidst Historic Election Losses

Following substantial losses in recent elections, CDU and SPD initiated coalition talks in Berlin to address critical issues including migration policies, social reforms, and the debt brake.

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