Merz, Trump and Germany

German chancellor candidate Merz criticises leaked US ambassador briefing about Trump
Friedrich Merz, the leading candidate for the chancellery in Germany's upcoming election, said a leaked briefing by Germany's ambassador to the United States heavily criticising Donald Trump was damaging to the German government's reputation.
German Opposition Leader Merz Urges United EU Stance On Trump
Germany's conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz, frontrunner in polls to become the next chancellor, on Tuesday urged a united European stance in talks with US President Donald Trump.
Germany’s Merz vows to lead Europe on joint Trump strategy
Germany's election frontrunner says Europeans are waiting for Germany to take the lead on dealing with the new American president.
German chancellor hopeful: Europe must consider what to offer Trump
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz, tipped to become chancellor in next month's election, said on Tuesday U.S. President Donald Trump could prove an interesting partner for Europe provided the region had a strong common negotiating position.
Germany’s Merz says EU should offer energy, defense deals to Trump
Conservative leader Merz, front-runner to become next German chancellor, proposes EU-US energy and defense deals to establish constructive relationship with US President Trump - Anadolu Ajansı
German Opposition Leader Sees Trump's Return as a Clarifying Force for EU
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz, who is seen as the frontrunner to become the country's next chancellor, said that Donald Trump's second term will provide more clarity for the European Union.
German conservative: Europeans must face Trump with self-confidence
Europeans should face US President Donald Trump with self-confidence and in unity, Friedrich Merz, the main conservative candidate for chancellor in upcoming German elections said on Monday. Trump had been elected and would now lead the United States,
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Diplomatic Tensions Flair with Leaked German Briefing on Trump
Friedrich Merz, a top candidate for German chancellor, criticized a leaked briefing by Germany's U.S. ambassador that ...
Scholz and Merz Take German Election Battle to Davos Crowd
The race to lead Germany is diverting through Switzerland, with a campaigning push in Davos set to showcase competing visions ...
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War must end with no hope for Putin to win – Merz
The war in Ukraine must end with no hope for Putin, who initiated it, to achieve his goals and subjugate Ukraine. — Ukrinform ...
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Friedrich Merz: A Dealmaker in European Politics
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz sees potential in collaborating with U.S. President Trump, advocating for a strong ...
Scholz and Merz Bring German Election Campaign to Davos
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As Europe’s conservatives rally around Merz, von der Leyen left in the cold
The EPP’s messaging is clear that the CDU will return in the driver’s seat, if Merz becomes Germany's chancellor.
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Friedrich Merz Vows 50 Gas Power Plants Amid Election Campaign
Opposition leader Friedrich Merz, likely Germany's next chancellor, pledges to construct 50 gas-fired power plants if his ...