Germany takes a step towards forming a new government, with the centre-right set to lead, as expected, a coalition with its historic rival.
Category: Germany
Europe, unsteadily, stands up
With the prospect of having to fend for themselves in a hostile world, Europe's leaders are preparing to put a lot more money into defence.
Germany’s unexpected cliffhanger
It was a nail-biting count, but Germany's Christian Democrats and Social Democrats have won a majority between them. Now they need to agree on a government: it won't be easy, but there is no alternative.
Election preview: Germany
Germany goes to the polls on Sunday, with up to seven parties set to win representation and a difficult task of coalition-building ahead.
Germany goes even earlier
A German election draws closer, with some hopes of a recovery by the centre-left incumbents.
Germany’s political failure
While the world's attention has been distracted, Germany's governing coalition has fallen apart. An election early in 2025 is likely.
Four (sort of) German states
Recent elections in Saxony, Thuringia, Brandenburg and Austria all tell a story of gains for the far right.
NATO at 75
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation celebrates its 75th birthday. It's not an ideal solution to European conflict, but it's better than nothing.
Germany & Luxembourg
Three elections in or near Germany on Sunday produced good results for the right and very poor results for the Greens.
Realignment for real, part 4
Some thoughts on how political realignment affects parties of the far left.
The World is Not Enough 