Friedrich Merz
‘Takes two to tango’: Trump mulls punishing Ukraine, as well as Russia
Meanwhile, the Kremlin has accused Britain of being involved in the surprise drone attack that destroyed Russian bombers at the weekend.
- Catherine Lucey, Kate Sullivan and Arne Delfs
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Germany must have a stronger army than Britain, chancellor says
Friedrich Merz has outlined plans to create Europe’s largest fighting force in his first major speech as chancellor.
- James Rothwell and Daniel Hardaker
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- Russia-Ukraine war
European leaders unite, call Trump to propose unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine war
The leaders of Britain, France, Germany and Poland have joined with Ukraine to propose an unconditional 30-day ceasefire.
- Tom Balmforth
- Analysis
- World elections
‘Never thought I would have to say something like this’: Germany turns away from US
Germany’s new leader did not even wait for the final election results before delivering his verdict on the US President - and charting the path forward.
- Rob Harris
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- World elections
Germany’s conservatives win election but hard coalition talks loom
Opposition Leader Friedrich Merz is on track to be chancellor after claiming victory, while exit polls suggest the far-right AfD came in second.
- Sarah Marsh and Matthias Williams
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