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In Davos, Merkel Warns Against 'Poison' Of Right-Wing Populism

5:19pm January 24, 2018

by Simon Schuetz

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's speech at the World Economic Forum warned against isolationism and nationalism. She never mentioned President Trump by name but the speech was seen as a swipe at him.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel shakes hands Friday with the leader of the Social Democratic Party, Martin Schulz. Merkel's conservatives reached a "breakthrough" deal with the Social Democrats toward building a new coalition government, sources close to

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German Leaders Agree On New Coalition Talks, But Hurdles Remain

5:17pm January 12, 2018

by Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson

The parties from the last coalition will start negotiations on forming a government. It's only a partial victory for Chancellor Angela Merkel, and concerns remain over the role of a far-right party.

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German Chancellor Angela Merkel, head of the Christian Democratic Union, smiles for the media between Horst Seehofer of the Christian Social Union (left) and Martin Schulz of the Social Democratic Party. The three emerged Friday from all-night preliminary

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German Leaders Emerge From Marathon Talks With Blueprint For New Coalition

8:22am January 12, 2018

by Colin Dwyer

After days of negotiations, which ended with a 24-hour session, Chancellor Angela Merkel and her center-left counterparts said Friday they had reached a deal. Still, they have a lot more work to do.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel delivers a statement prior to a meeting in Berlin with conservative and Social Democratic party leaders.

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Still In Search Of A Deal, Merkel Faces A Crucial Week Of Coalition Talks

6:10pm January 08, 2018

by Colin Dwyer

The German chancellor's first try at forging a government failed. Now, over three months since the election, she's trying again — this time with a familiar counterpart. But it's unlikely to be easy.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrives at her Berlin party headquarters Friday for talks with members of potential coalition parties to form a new government.

Germany's Merkel, Weakened After Poor Election Showing, Struggles To Form Government

10:40am November 17, 2017

by Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson

The unprecedented prospect of a repeat election looms as Merkel and her diverse would-be coalition partners try to surmount differences. "This could be the end of Angela Merkel," warns a commentator.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel speaks in Berlin on Monday.

'Hard Confrontations' Ahead With Far-Right Party In German Parliament, Merkel Says

12:01pm September 25, 2017

by Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she would work to win back voters who'd abandoned her party. Meanwhile, internal squabbles erupted among leaders of the far-right Alternative for Germany party.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel issued a call for European unity in a speech at a joint campaigning event of the Christian Democratic Union and the Christian Social Union in Munich, southern Germany, on Sunday.

After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer Completely Rely On U.S. And UK

10:43pm May 28, 2017

by Emma Bowman

In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, the two nations are no longer reliable allies.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and former President of the United States Barack Obama arrive for a discussion on democracy in Berlin Thursday.

As Trump Slams NATO Allies, Obama Defends 'International Order'

4:59pm May 25, 2017

by Scott Horsley

Former President Obama spoke to a large crowd in Berlin Thursday, calling for a renewal of the international order. His message was in sharp contrast to President Trump's policy of "America First."

President Donald Trump meets with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the White House on Friday. "It is much, much better to talk to one another and not about one another," Merkel said.

The Axis Of Awkward: When Merkel Met Trump

6:40pm March 17, 2017

by William Dobson

It's hard to imagine two more different political figures. Whether these polar opposites can collaborate may be the single biggest factor in determining the future of the trans-Atlantic partnership.

Solomon Yhdego gained asylum in Germany after escaping Eritrea when he was forced to join the army.

For Refugees In Germany, Hope And Frustration Mark Path Toward Integration

11:21am March 14, 2017

by John Ydstie

Refugees were seen as the answer to Germany's declining population and worker shortage. But the mood has darkened, and those refugees who reach Germany face long waits as they struggle to assimilate.

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