Berlin — In a historic first, conservative leader Friedrich Merz's bid to become Germany’s 10th chancellor since World War II ...

In the wake of Merz's defeat, AfD co-leader Alice Weidel has called for snap elections, declaring the result a 'good day for Germany.' The far-right party, which has been gaining traction in recent ...

Bavarian Premier Markus Söder on Tuesday warned of the consequences for German democracy after his conservative ally ...

Which of the ruling coalition's detupats voted against Merz's election is unknown, as the vote was secret. On the morning of ...

Friedrich Merz has been dealt an unexpected — and unprecedented — blow in the first round of voting meant to clear his way to ...