German leader warns Trump victory threatens European security
Friedrich Merz warns that a potential Donald Trump return to White House could jeopardise European defence capabilities and NATO alliance stability.
Friedrich Merz warns that a potential Donald Trump return to White House could jeopardise European defence capabilities and NATO alliance stability.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union, faces a fierce backlash after accusing the ruling Social Democrats of promoting 'woke ideology' and undermining the nation's values in a fiery Berlin speech.
In a seismic shift for German politics, the far-right AfD has emerged as a major force in North Rhine-Westphalia's local elections, capitalising on voter discontent with the ruling traffic-light coalition's policies.
In a significant shift, German opposition chief Friedrich Merz urges Chancellor Olaf Scholz to permit Ukraine to use German-supplied weapons on Russian soil, aligning with a growing NATO consensus.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, has sparked debate by urging Hamas supporters to leave the country, citing concerns over national security and social cohesion.
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz calls for closer alignment between the UK, Germany, and France on migration and defence policies to address shared challenges.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz met at Airbus in Stevenage to strengthen UK-Germany ties and discuss defence cooperation.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz announce a groundbreaking treaty to strengthen UK-Germany ties, marking a new era of cooperation after Brexit.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, has expressed strong support for Keir Starmer, praising his leadership qualities and suggesting he would make an excellent UK Prime Minister.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz discussed strengthening UK-Germany relations during a high-profile meeting in London, focusing on post-Brexit cooperation and shared political values.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, praises Keir Starmer's leadership and suggests he would make a strong UK Prime Minister, drawing parallels with Rishi Sunak.