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Germany in turmoil as Merz fails in chancellor bid: What happens next?

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 6 May 2025
Friedrich Merz failed to secure an outright majority in the Bundestag, prompting the AfD to demand new elections and criticize the government's leadership. The unprecedented outcome exposed divisions within the coalition, raising doubts about Merz's ability to govern effectively. Despite the setback, analysts believe Merz may still become chancellor, but the vote has weakened his position amid global instability.
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 In a stunning and unprecedented setback, Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz has failed to secure the majority needed to become chancellor in the first round of parliamentary voting β€” missing by just six votes. The defeat marks the first time since World War II that a chancellor candidate...

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