Supporters of the former corporate lawyer say he is well-prepared and thoughtful, but critics accuse him of failing to think ...

German conservative leader Friedrich Merz failed to secure enough parliamentary votes to become chancellor in a major blow.

Conservative leader Friedrich Merz’s bid to become Germany’s 10th chancellor has failed in the first round of voting in ...

The setback was likely temporary, but it was historic. No modern German chancellor has ever failed to secure the job on a ...

The conservative politician could still secure the top job, but the upset spells prolonged uncertainty for Europe, which has ...

Conservative Friedrich Merz is set to be sworn in on Tuesday as Germany's new chancellor at a critical juncture as the ...

Friedrich Merz’s bid to become Germany’s 10th chancellor has failed in the first round of voting in parliament by six votes.

Germany’s Friedrich Merz has failed to win an initial parliamentary vote that would have confirmed his ascension to ...

German conservative leader Friedrich Merz is planning to seek election as chancellor in a second round of voting, his ...