German Bundestag Elections 2025

Right-wing parties have a clear majority in Germany's Bundestag elections, with the CDU leading but AfD making significant gains. There is a possibility of a coalition between CDU and AfD, but the political establishment is resistant to the idea. The alternative is a 'grand' coalition with left-wing parties, which has its own challenges.

German Federal Election Results

German opposition leader Friedrich Merz declares victory as Christian Democrats win nearly 29% of votes in federal election, while Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democratic Party faces historic defeat with lowest vote share since 1949.

German Parliamentary Elections

Germany's centre-right CDU/CSU bloc is projected to win the parliamentary elections, with Friedrich Merz potentially becoming the next chancellor. The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) saw a significant surge in support. The Social Democrats (SPD) are expected to face a defeat. Coalition talks will be crucial in forming the next government.

German National Election 2025

German national election held with four main candidates vying for leadership. Friedrich Merz's conservatives lead with Alternative for Germany seeing a strong increase in support. Chancellor Olaf Scholz concedes defeat for his center-left Social Democrats. Election dominated by economic concerns, migration, and international relations.

German Politics and Elections

The leftist 'traffic light' coalition government in Berlin collapsed after Donald Trump's victory, leading to snap elections in Germany. The CDU/CSU Union, the AfD, the SPD, and the Green Party are vying for power. Merkel's party looks to retake control under Friedrich Merz, while the AfD gains ground with a strong anti-mass migration stance. Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD is projected to lose support. The Green Party, led by Robert Habeck, faces declining popularity due to their far-left green policies. The FDP, The Left party, and Sahra Wagenknecht's BSW are also competing for representation in the Bundestag.

German National Parliamentary Election

German voters head to the polls for a national parliamentary election prompted by the firing of the finance minister and collapse of the coalition government. The far-right AfD Party is in second place in the polls, with the CDU likely to form a coalition government. Friedrich Merz, a conservative, is the CDU's candidate for chancellor and faces challenges in forming a coalition due to mainstream parties vowing not to work with the AfD. Merz's pro-European outlook and business background are seen as strengths and weaknesses by voters.

German Political Coalition Dynamics

The leader of the centrist Christian Democratic Union in Germany reiterated his refusal to form a coalition with the populist Alternative for Germany party, opting to continue establishment governance. The current Chancellor Olaf Scholz accused the opposition leader of breaking his word by aligning with the AfD in parliament. Despite similarities on economic and migration issues, the CDU leader is focused on forming a coalition with the leftist Social Democrats instead. There is concern that the CDU might form a coalition with the AfD post-election, despite their differing views on key issues.

German Politics and Migration Policy

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel criticizes her successor, Friedrich Merz, for proposing tough new migration rules that passed with the help of a far-right party, leading to doubts about his trustworthiness. Merkel stresses the importance of all democratic parties working together to prevent attacks.

German Christmas Market Attack

Six people, including a 52-year-old woman, died in a suspected terror attack at a German Christmas market when a Saudi Arabian doctor drove a vehicle through the crowded market. The suspect, who did not fit the usual profile of extremist attackers, described himself as an ex-Muslim and supported far-right ideologies. Mourners placed tributes at the site of the attack.

German Chancellor warns against coalition with far-right AfD party

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warns against forming a coalition with far-right party AfD that triumphed in state legislature election. AfD's growing popularity is pulling other parties right and weakening mainstream politics in Germany.

Stabbing Deaths of Ukrainian Men in Southern Germany

Two Ukrainian men were stabbed to death in southern Germany, with a Russian man arrested as a possible suspect. The motive is unknown, and investigations are ongoing.

German Soccer Jersey Controversy

German soccer fans banned from customizing jerseys with the number 44 due to resemblance to Nazi SS symbol. Adidas blocks personalization, denies intentional design, and promises alternative number four. Controversy arises as Germany grapples with far-right extremism.

German Military Officer's Unsecured Phone Call Leak

German military officer uses unsecured phone line at Singapore hotel, joins hacked conference call leaked by Russians, causing embarrassment to German government and increasing tensions with Russia. Russia threatens Germany with consequences. Germany denies intention to deliver Taurus missiles to Ukraine.

German Far-Right Extremist Convicted of Hostage-Taking During Jailbreak Attempt

German far-right extremist serving a life sentence for attacking a synagogue in 2019 was convicted of hostage-taking during a jailbreak attempt, sentenced to seven years in prison. He had previously killed two people in the synagogue attack.