Friedrich Merz

German Chancellor Merz to Visit Türkiye Soon

May 9, 2025

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced he would soon accept President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s invitation to visit Türkiye. Speaking in Brussels after meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Merz emphasized…

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Merz Sworn In as Germany’s New Chancellor

May 7, 2025

Friedrich Merz has officially taken office as Germany’s new Chancellor after securing a majority in the second round of parliamentary voting. Backed by a coalition of the Christian Democratic Union/Christian Social Union…

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Merz Fails to Secure German Premiership in First Round

May 6, 2025

CDU leader Friedrich Merz failed to secure enough votes to become Germany’s new prime minister in the first round of Bundestag voting, marking a first in the country's political history. Merz received 310 votes—6…