The likely next chancellor has staked his government on a move to increase military spending. But the window for change is closing fast.
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What’s Behind Trump’s Love-Hate Relationship With Canada
Canada is one of the United States’ largest trading partners, but President Trump wants to either take it or leave it.
Shocked by Trump Meeting, Zelensky and Ukraine Try to Forge a Path Forward
After President Trump’s rebukes, President Volodymyr Zelensky tried to repair the relationship with his counterpart while also reaching out to European allies.
Some European Allies Fear Trump Is Out to Destroy Them
Debate is building over just how deep the Trump administration’s antagonism runs, and whether the real goal is to destroy the European Union.
German Election 2025: Friedrich Merz Appears Poised to Be Next Chancellor
The Christian Democrat, who appeared to have a path to a stable governing coalition, hopes to lead Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.
Friedrich Merz German elections
Whether he can form a strong coalition remains to be seen, but whatever he does will be an essential part of Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.
German Federal Election: What to Watch For
What Germans decide in national elections that are likely to produce a new chancellor will be of critical importance as Europe re-evaluates relations with the Trump administration.
Germans Are Voting. Here’s What to Watch For.
What Germans decide in national elections that are likely to produce a new chancellor will be of critical importance as Europe re-evaluates relations with the Trump administration.
Elon Musk Is Focused on DOGE. What About Tesla?
Mr. Musk, one of President Trump’s main advisers, has not outlined a plan to reverse falling sales at the electric car company of which he is chief executive.
Putin Has Long Wanted More Power in Europe. Trump Could Grant It.
Remarks by Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are fueling concerns that the U.S. will move away from Europe and align with Moscow.