Merz makes moves to build coalition as German parliamentary groups meet for first time since election – Europe live

Friedrich Merz aiming to build government before Easter after winning most votes in Germany electionIf you missed the start of the European charm offensive in Washington last night, here is all you need to know:Emmanuel Macron, the French president, has warned Donald Trump against a “surrender” of Ukraine as the US president said Russia’s leader Vladimir Putin “wants to make a deal” that could include European peacekeepers.Mixing flattery and firmness, the French president sought to heal the transatlantic schism over Ukraine, giving Keir Starmer a tough act to follow on Thursday. Continue reading…



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Author : Jakub Krupa

Publish date : 2025-02-25 08:47:00

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