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Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government has collapsed, leading to a snap election scheduled for February 23, 2025. The political upheaval follows Scholz's dismissal of Finance Minister Christian Lindner, resulting in a loss of parliamentary majority. The upcoming election will focus on Germany's struggling economy and rising far-right sentiment.
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Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government has collapsed, prompting early elections in Germany on February 23, 2025. Scholz has called for bipartisan support to stabilize the political landscape, while opposition leader Friedrich Merz leads in polls, advocating for a shift in policy direction amid economic challenges.
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Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced he will not run for chancellor, endorsing Olaf Scholz as the right candidate. This decision comes amid public doubts about Scholz's leadership and a backdrop of party infighting, as the Social Democrats prepare for elections on February 23, 2025.