Merz

German elite sport lobby marginalized as football’s influence drives appointments Appointment decisions in Berlin expose strains in the German elite sport lobby, as football’s dominance sidelines Olympic sports and the …

Merz cabinet reshuffle sparks backlash over transportation minister change Germany’s government faces mounting criticism as the Merz cabinet reshuffle replaces the transport minister and reshapes defence and security priorities, stirring …

Merz cabinet reshuffle: Linnemann to Health, Hoppermann named CDU general secretary in wide personnel overhaul Merz announces sweeping cabinet reshuffle on July 27, 2026, appointing Linnemann and Hoppermann while CDU …

Merz cabinet reshuffle falters as transport replacement withdraws, prompting wider changes Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz launched a cabinet reshuffle after Jens Spahn’s resignation, but the plan hit a snag when …

Spahn resignation sparks CDU power play as Merz and Söder weigh faction chair and wider reshuffle Spahn resignation forces CDU leaders into urgent talks as Merz and Söder consider candidates …

Spahn resignation triggers Union leadership scramble as Merz signals quick successor A short, decisive summary of the Jens Spahn resignation sets the stage for a week of internal talks in …

Hamshahri list names Friedrich Merz among Western leaders in Iranian revenge graphic Hamshahri list published a graphic naming Western leaders including Friedrich Merz, prompting German politicians to warn of heightened …

Germany news roundup: Merz secures €19bn health savings package as Wegner quits, Zverev advances to Wimbledon final Germany news roundup: Merz secures €19bn health savings, Berlin mayor Wegner resigns, Zverev …

Schweitzer Presses for Practical Fixes in Germany’s Sick Leave Debate, Criticizes Merz SPD acting leader Alexander Schweitzer urges practical solutions in the sick leave debate, warning against blanket mistrust and …