Merkel
Angela Merkel is a prominent German politician who served as the Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021. A member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), she was the first woman to hold the position and is known for her pragmatic leadership style and significant role in European and global politics. Merkel has been influential in managing various crises during her tenure, including the Eurozone crisis and the European migrant crisis. Her tenure was marked by a focus on stability, economic reform, and a commitment to European unity, although her legacy is complex and often debated in the context of rising nationalism in Europe.
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Merkel's legacy is referenced in the context of CDU's current challenges.
Merz merkelt: Die CDU sucht weiter Klarheit bei den Zukunftsthemen - Meinung
Germany· 2026-02-23
The German Chancellor Merkel opened a major discussion in Europe regarding the emissions trading system.
Το ιταλικό πείραμα για φθηνό ρεύμα
Greece· 2026-02-20
Chancellor Merkel has emphasized the economic contributions of refugees in Europe.
Wenn der Krieg vorbei ist, müssen die Flüchtlinge zurück
Switzerland· 2026-01-30
The article mentions Merkel's efforts to convince the Belgian Prime Minister regarding the use of frozen Russian assets.
Οι ΗΠΑ προβλέπουν αποσύνθεση της Ε.Ε.Greece· 2025-12-06
Merkel has committed to returning the economy to the right path, reducing immigration, and curbing the far-right.
Opasnost se širi Evropom: Ova godina može biti kobna, a jedno je najveća misterija
Serbia· 2025-09-15
The conservative party of Merkel remains in first place with 34% of the votes.
הישג ענק ל"אלטרנטיבה לגרמניה" בבחירות המקומיות
Israel· 2025-09-15
Merkel is referenced as a comparison for political accountability, where ministers resigned for lesser issues.
Noelia Núñez y los conejos de verdad | Opinión
Spain· 2025-07-26
Merkel's government is perceived as one of the best in recent decades by only 17% of respondents.
Mercs bauda tikai daļēju sabiedrības atbalstu / Diena
Latvia· 2025-07-17Merkel is mentioned as the German chancellor expressing views on Israel's actions.
Παρά τον λόγον | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗGreece· 2025-06-26
Merkel expressed hope that the US would soon decide to impose new sanctions on Russia.
Mercs optimistisks par jaunām ASV sankcijām Krievijai / DienaLatvia· 2025-06-18Merz is the German chancellor who facilitated communication between Meloni and Macron.
E Meloni scherza sui contatti con gli altri leader: sono un infopoint
Italy· 2025-05-30
Merkel confronted Conte about Italy's financial difficulties during a European Council meeting.
Conte: «Anche Trump snobba la premier Meloni. A livello internazionale le giravolte si pagano caro»Italy· 2025-05-18
Merkel is noted for her previous leadership and the context of the current political situation.
Vācijas kanclera vājums / DienaLatvia· 2025-05-14
Merkel was unable to secure enough votes for confirmation as Chancellor of Germany.
Mercs pirmajā balsojumā negūst pietiekami daudz balsu apstiprināšanai par Vācijas kancleru / DienaLatvia· 2025-05-06
Merkel was mentioned as an exclusive victim of U.S. surveillance.
Er Trumps plan at opdele verden i tre interessesfærer?
Denmark· 2025-03-04
Merkel has promised to form the next German government by April 20.
Plāni un realitāte / DienaLatvia· 2025-02-26