BERLIN (Reuters) - German opposition leader Friedrich Merz, tipped to become the next chancellor, said on Thursday he wanted ...

Germany’s opposition leader has vowed to bar people from entering the country without proper papers and to step up ...

Friedrich Merz, German opposition leader and chairman of the CDU party, speaks at the Global Leaders Dialogue in Berlin, Germany, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

Friedrich Merz, currently leading in polls to become German chancellor, said Thursday if elected he will impose strict border controls.

German opposition leader Friedrich Merz outlines plans to restore trust with key allies and enhance Germany's assertiveness globally. His vision includes better coordination of national security and ...

The conservative leader wants to impose strict border controls after knife killings in Aschaffenburg this week.

The country's upcoming vote could determine the future of its struggling economy and Europe's political stability ...

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany will eventually have to spend more than 2% of economic output on defence but must first reform its ...

Ukraine must win the war against Russia, regain lost territory and be free to join military alliances, Friedrich Merz, favourite to become Germany's next chancellor, said Thursday.

In Germany, the fatal knife attack by a 28-year-old Afghan in Aschaffenburg has once again triggered a debate on asylum. CDU ...

It is a smart idea. While one can argue about the details – and critics will doubtless point to Mr Merz’s previous role as ...