German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's CDU suffered its worst-ever result in any state, just 4.9% in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, while AfD surged to nearly 38% there. In Berlin, the left-wing Die Linke pulled off a surprise win over both CDU and AfD, with SPD posting its weakest result in over a century. Merz called the outcome a "disaster" but vowed to press ahead with painful economic reforms, insisting Germany's problems make bold change more urgent, not less.


CDU suffers historic defeat in eastern Germany as AfD surges, Merz vows to stay on

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing the toughest leadership crisis of his 16-month chancellorship, amid historic electoral setbacks to the far-right AfD and continued economic stagnation. Rising public dissatisfaction is reshaping Germany’s political landscape and putting pressure on the government of Europe’s largest economy.

 Friedrich Merz faces major leadership crisis, major political shift underway in Germany

A political earthquake in eastern Germany. The far-right AfD stormed to victory in Saxony-Anhalt with around 44% of the vote — more than double the CDU's 18.5% and enough to potentially make it the first far-right party to govern a German state since World War II. Turnout hit a record 80%. Lead candidate Ulrich Siegmund called it "history," while co-leader Alice Weidel promised "explosive growth" across Germany. It's a fresh blow for Chancellor Friedrich Merz, whose CDU has now roughly halved its vote share since 2021.


AfD makes history in Saxony-Anhalt, wins 44% in landslide blow to Merz 

In a significant political breakthrough, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his ruling coalition have unveiled a sweeping 34-point reform package aimed at jolting Europe's largest economy out of stagnation. The "Programme for Revival and Employment," presented on July 2, 2026, targets tax relief, pension sustainability, and the reduction of stifling bureaucracy to counter internal economic decline and rising political pressure from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD).  


German chancellor Merz announces economic reforms amid pressure from Far-Right 

Germany has reportedly failed to secure a seat on the United Nations Security Council for the first time, marking a significant diplomatic setback for Berlin on the global stage. The outcome has sparked discussions over shifting geopolitical alliances, international voting dynamics, and Germany’s influence within the United Nations system. Watch the latest updates, global reactions, and analysis on the UNSC election results and their wider implications.


Germany Fails to Secure Seat In UNSC for the First Time

Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Germany, threatening to reduce US troop presence while launching sharp criticism at Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Trump accused Berlin of failing to support Washington during the Iran conflict and warned that allies unwilling to stand with the US could face consequences. The remarks have reignited debate over NATO burden-sharing, America’s military footprint in Europe, and the future of transatlantic relations.


Trump Threatens to Pull Troops From Germany

Germany is witnessing a major political shift as the far-right Alternative for Germany tops national opinion polls for the first time. The surge comes as Friedrich Merz’s CDU struggles to maintain its lead after last year’s victory. With key regional elections approaching, including in Saxony-Anhalt, the rise of AfD signals changing voter sentiment and growing challenges for mainstream parties.


Germany’s Far-Right Party AfD Tops National Polls for the First Time

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited China’s iconic Forbidden City during his official state visit, highlighting diplomatic ties between Germany and China. The visit included discussions on trade, economic cooperation, and international relations, reflecting both countries’ interest in strengthening bilateral engagement. Chancellor Merz’s tour of the historic landmark symbolized cultural appreciation alongside strategic dialogue on global and regional issues.


German Chancellor Merz Tours China’s Forbidden City During Official Visit

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in India on his first official visit, meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad for delegation-level talks aimed at strengthening India-Germany ties, coinciding with celebrations of 75 years of diplomatic relations and 25 years of strategic partnership. The leaders discussed cooperation in trade, investment, technology, defence, security, innovation and sustainable development, and also participated in the International Kite Festival 2026.

PM Modi Lauds Chancellor Merz's Visit To India

Germany has issued a stern warning to Russia, pledging decisive action if President Putin tests its borders. Berlin cautioned Moscow against any incursions. Watch for more details!


Breaking: Germany vows to react decisively if Putin tests its borders  

Munich Airport in Germany suspended flights for the second time in 24 hours following additional unconfirmed drone sightings. In a statement issued Friday evening, the airport announced that operations were halted at 9:30 PM local time (8:30 PM GMT), impacting around 6,500 passengers. The disruption follows a similar incident on Thursday evening, when at least 17 flights were grounded due to multiple drone sightings in the surrounding airspace.


Germany: German interior minister calls incident a 'wake-up call'

The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of AIM-120D-3 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles to Germany, valued at approximately $1.23 billion. The Pentagon confirmed the deal on Thursday, marking a significant development in defense cooperation between the two nations.

U.S. approves $1.2 billion missile sale to Germany

As Moldova marks 34 years of independence from Moscow, leaders from France, Germany, and Poland arrived in Chisinau to back the country’s EU membership bid and push back against Russia’s growing influence. Moldova’s pro-European President Maia Sandu welcomed Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz, and Donald Tusk to reaffirm the country’s westward path ahead of crucial elections. With fears of Russian interference looming and war raging across the border in Ukraine, Moldova hopes to make EU accession an "irreversible" reality. Can Europe hold the line against Moscow's pressure?

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