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Germany's Black-Red Coalition Faces Challenges

Germany is expected to have a CDU/CSU-SPD coalition government after the SPD members vote on the coalition agreement; however, disagreements on handling the AfD and future policy decisions could jeopardize the coalition.

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214 German Extremists Legally Possess Weapons

In Baden-Württemberg, Germany, 214 extremists legally possessed weapons as of December 31, 2022; 122 are right-wing extremists, 48 are Reichsbürger, and the rest belong to other extremist groups. This poses a significant security risk, highlighting systemic weaknesses in the weapons licensing system...

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New German Government Starts Term with Record Low Approval

A new German government, composed of CDU/CSU and SPD, starts its term with only 23% public approval, significantly lower than previous governments, due to broken promises, low public trust in Chancellor Merz, and anticipation of continued unpopular policies.

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Spahn Clarifies AfD Approach Amidst German Political Debate

CDU politician Jens Spahn's suggestion to treat the AfD like any other opposition party in the Bundestag sparked controversy, with critics warning against normalizing a party with extreme views and expressing concerns about national security risks. Spahn, however, emphasized that the current public ...

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Erosion of Political Divides: CDU-AfD Collaboration in East German Municipalities

Across East Germany, CDU local politicians are increasingly voting alongside the AfD in municipal councils, particularly on issues ranging from infrastructure to symbolic displays of national identity, highlighting a weakening of the traditional political divide.

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Merz Plans Swift Policy Changes to Boost Public Approval

Germany's likely next Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, plans to implement stricter border controls, bureaucratic reforms, and an active pension, immediately after his May 6th inauguration, pending final coalition agreement approval, aiming to improve public opinion by summer.

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German Coalition Agreement Favors Businesses, Raises Social Inequality Concerns

Germany's new coalition government's agreement prioritizes corporate tax cuts and reduced energy taxes, benefiting businesses and high-income earners while offering minimal relief for lower-income groups, raising concerns about social inequality and the potential for further political polarization.

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German CDU Lawmaker's Proposal to Normalize AfD Treatment Sparks Controversy

Jens Spahn, a CDU member and former minister, proposed treating the AfD like any other opposition party, sparking criticism from the SPD, who called the proposal dangerous and fundamentally wrong due to the AfD's partly far-right nature and unconstitutional positions.

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CDU Shifts Strategy on AfD, Acknowledging Electoral Strength

Facing significant gains by the AfD in eastern Germany, leading figures within Germany's CDU party advocate for a change in their approach, shifting from demonization to a more normalized interaction within parliamentary procedures, acknowledging the AfD's substantial electoral support while maintai...

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Merz Plans Immediate Policy Shifts to Improve Public Sentiment

Germany's likely next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, plans swift action including stricter border controls, bureaucratic cuts, and an 'Aktivrente', aiming for public approval by summer, with parliamentary extension into July to ensure legislative passage.

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Merz Plans Swift Policy Changes After Likely Chancellorship

Following his probable election as Chancellor on May 6th, Friedrich Merz plans immediate policy changes including stricter border controls, bureaucratic reforms, and an 'Aktivrente' program, aiming for public approval by summer; he also wants to shorten the parliamentary summer break to pass key bil...

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CDU Considers Shift in Strategy Towards AfD After Electoral Losses in East Germany

CDU state chairman Daniel Peters in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern says the existing strategy towards the AfD is outdated due to the party's electoral successes in East Germany, prompting debate about potential future cooperation, particularly as the CDU seeks to improve its standing after receiving only 17...

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