What Happened
The government in Berlin is under pressure to get major reforms underway.
Why It Matters
But Merz's coalition partner, the SPD, stands severely weakened following two defeats in state elections, and now finds it hard to compromise.
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The government in Berlin is under pressure to get major reforms underway. But Merz's coalition partner, the SPD, stands severely weakened following two defeats in state elections, and now finds it hard to compromise.
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Source: Deutsche Welle: DW.com – Top Stories – Original Link
