Berlin’s Stagnant Summer
How long will Angela Merkels fourth and final government last? In Berlin, there’s speculation that her grand coalition could collapse this fall. Klaus Wowereit, …
Words Don’t Come Easy: “Hard Border”
It’s what all sides always said they want to avoid―the return of checkpoints and fences to the island of Ireland. But whatever Brexiteers claim, …
Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer: Merkel’s Heir Apparent
The experienced politician from one of Germany’s smallest states has often been underestimated–like Angela Merkel.
The Salzburg Shuffle
EU leaders had hoped to make progress on Brexit and migration, but they left the Salzburg summit with little to show for on both fronts.
Words Don’t Come Easy: “Schwesterpartei”
There’s not much love left between political sisters CDU and CSU.
A Debate about Military Service Fills Germany’s Summer Void
While the government and Chancellor Angela Merkel are taking their summer break, a debate over military service has dominated Germany’s headlines.
In Stormy Times, the CSU Turns to Anchor Centers
Bavaria’s ruling Christian Social Union (CSU) has unveiled new centralized migrant facilities it hopes will expedite the asylum process—and salvage its chances in a looming state poll.
Germany’s Other Problems
As the German government goes on summer break, many of the country’s most pressing issues have been neglected due to the row over migration. …
How Merkel Survived, Again
The German chancellor staved off a government collapse with an eleventh-hour deal to save her conservative bloc. But Angela Merkel’s power is waning.
Crunch Time for Merkel
Angela Merkel is facing her biggest crisis yet. Her sister party, the Bavarian CSU, is rebelling against her policy on refugees. The chancellor needs …
Maas: Europe Needs More Courage
Germany’s foreign minister delivered a much-anticipated speech on Europe this week. His answer to America first? Europe United.
Master of Her Domain
In her first-ever appearance in a Bundestag question-and-answer session, Angela Merkel didn’t break a sweat.
Mrs Merkel Goes to Washington, Again
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is visiting the White House with a bit of baggage.
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