25 Jul, 17:42··

Germany Forms New Government

ZEIT Online

Germany has formed a new government after difficult negotiations. The Christian Social Union (CSU) supports Friedrich Merz. Experts think the government will become stable soon.

Following the federal elections, Germany has been experiencing political instability. Markus Söder, leader of the CSU, played a key role in forming the new coalition. Armin Lasch resigned as leader of the CDU. The new government includes CSU leader Markus Söder and Research Minister Dorothee Bär. There is a demonstration by the CSD in Berlin.

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Highlights

New Government Formed

Germany has formed a new government after political negotiations.

CSU Supports Merz

The CSU defended its support for Friedrich Merz.

Scholz's SPD Successful

The SPD successfully formed a coalition government.

Lasch Resigns

Armin Lasch, CDU leader, resigned from negotiations.

Government Functioning Confirmed

Markus Söder and Dorothee Bär expressed confidence in the government’s ability to function.

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