Olaf Scholz

Olaf Scholz

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Olaf Scholz is the current Chancellor of Germany and a member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD). He previously served as Vice Chancellor and Minister of Finance, playing a crucial role in the government's response to economic challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Scholz's leadership has been marked by efforts to maintain a stable economy while navigating complex coalition politics.

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Olaf Scholz is the former social democratic chancellor who declared a 'Zeitenwende' in German-Russian relations.

Warum viele Ostdeutsche Russland anders sehen als ihre Landsleute im Westen
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-09-27
5.0

Olaf Scholz discussed the sale of the Arrow 3 system to Germany with Benjamin Netanyahu during a visit.

נסיעות נתניהו לאו"ם: איך הם נראו לפני 7/10
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-23
5.0

Chancellor Olaf Scholz is struggling to maintain his power even without his party members.

המפלגה של הקנצלר מרץ מחוץ לפרלמנט
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-21
4.0

Olaf Scholz is mentioned as the previous coalition leader whose tenure was viewed negatively.

Is Germany’s leader Friedrich Merz doomed as far right wins again?
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-21
3.0

Merz’s predecessor, the SPD’s Olaf Scholz, also did not see out his full term; his coalition collapsed because of infighting.

Germany’s Merz stumbles on after another big election defeat. But for how long?
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-09-20
4.0

Olaf Scholz is the former German Chancellor who was cautious about approving the request to send Leopard 2 tanks.

Киев составува список, Берлин ја плаќа сметката
Нова Македонија (Nova Makedonija)·North MacedoniaNorth Macedonia· 2026-09-20
6.0

Olaf Scholz appointed Carsten Breuer to lead a crisis committee for Germany's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Germania dă viitorul șef al Comitetului Militar al NATO. Cine este Carsten Breuer, cunoscut drept „generalul cancelarului”
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-09-19
7.0

Olaf Scholz is the predecessor of Merz who faced difficulties during his term.

Ναρκοθετημένη καγκελαρία | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ
Kathimerini·GreeceGreece· 2026-09-19
5.0

Olaf Scholz discusses the government's response to rising gas prices and the reduction of VAT on fuel.

Mehrwertsteuersenkung für Sprit in Deutschland: Merken das die Menschen? - Wirtschaft
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-09-18
5.0

Olaf Scholz is a former German Chancellor who categorically refused to send troops to Romania.

Exclusiv Miliarde pentru Rheinmetall, zero trupe germane în România. Analist: „N-am descoperit harta pe care ne aflăm”
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-09-16
5.0

Olaf Scholz converted the term Zeitenwende into a political emblem after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Jaume Serra: Alternativa per Alemanya
Diari d’Andorra – major newspaper in the Principality·AndorraAndorra· 2026-09-15
8.0

Olaf Scholz was the Chancellor of Germany who agreed with Joe Biden on the deployment of long-range weapons.

Almanya'da savaş hazırlığı! Arka planı ortaya çıktı
Hürriyet·TurkeyTurkey· 2026-09-14
7.0

Olaf Scholz is noted as a leader who is not considered a strong leader by the author.

Ενα καίριο δίλημμα για τους Ευρωπαίους
Kathimerini·GreeceGreece· 2026-09-13
5.0

Olaf Scholz is referenced as the former German chancellor who described the current defense situation as a 'Zeitwende'.

Corte dei conti Ue: l'Europa rischia di mancare l'obiettivo di autonomia strategica
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-09-12
7.0

Olaf Scholz is mentioned as the former Chancellor of Germany whose speech in February 2022 marked a significant shift in Germany's defense posture.

AfD und der Ukraine-Krieg: Rüdiger Lucassen im Interview
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-09-12
5.0

Olaf Scholz announced the 'Doppel-Wumms' to address the energy crisis caused by Russia.

Deutschlands Energieversorgung: Putins Gaskrise kostete 50 Milliarden Euro - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-09-11
7.0

Olaf Scholz addressed journalists and named two of the 9/11 hijackers.

Der Terror kam aus Hamburg
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-09-10
5.0

Olaf Scholz is mentioned as the predecessor of Merz, who has shifted policies on migration.

Migranti, sia Roma che Berlino escludono uno scontro. Il fattore «elettorale»
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-08-11
5.0

Olaf Scholz is mentioned as the current Chancellor whose authority is being called upon regarding the pension reform.

Streit um Rentenreform: Warum ein Machtwort des Kanzlers nichts ändern würde - Meinung
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-08-04
5.0
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Angela Merkel
Angela Merkel

Olaf Scholz is mentioned as the candidate from the SPD who ultimately won against Armin Laschet.

CDU und CSU: Merz muss sich dem Unmut der Abgeordneten stellen - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-29
6.0

Olaf Scholz expressed confusion over how the suspected attacker was able to approach the event unnoticed.

CSD Berlin: Cousins von Abdul B. waren IS-Kämpfer - Panorama
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-28
5.0
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Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz

Olaf Scholz emphasized the need to protect freedom and liberal values in society.

CSD Berlin: SPD fordert Diskriminierungsverbot für Queere im Grundgesetz - Panorama
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-28
8.0
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Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz

Olaf Scholz emphasized the need to address questions regarding security and freedom in society.

CSD Berlin: Zweiter Verdächtiger ist wieder frei - Panorama
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-27
6.0
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Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz

Olaf Scholz emphasizes the need to protect freedom and liberal values in society.

CSD Berlin: Zweiter Verdächtiger ist wieder frei - Panorama
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-27
7.0
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Friedrich Merz
Friedrich Merz

Olaf Scholz is the former chancellor whom Merz has attacked regarding fiscal policies.

Was hat Deutschland von Friedrich Merz noch zu erwarten?
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-07-25
4.0

Olaf Scholz, the later Federal Chancellor, met with Olearius multiple times while he was the First Mayor of Hamburg during the Cum-Ex investigations.

Cum-Ex-Verfahren: Die neusten Entwicklungen
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-07-23
5.0

Olaf Scholz was asked if he misses Angela Merkel in light of the many crises.

News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 15. Juli 2026 - Politik
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-15
6.0

Olaf Scholz is referenced as the Chancellor during the remembrance of the flood disaster in Ahrtal.

Wer am Klimaziel rüttelt, nimmt Deutschland seine beste Chance - Meinung
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-15
5.0
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Angela Merkel
Angela Merkel