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German Government Collapses After Scholz Loses Confidence Vote

Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces early elections in February following the breakdown of the 'traffic light' coalition and political turmoil in the Bundestag.

  • Olaf Scholz lost a critical vote of confidence in the Bundestag, securing only 207 votes out of the required 367, with 116 abstentions.
  • The collapse of the three-party 'traffic light' coalition, composed of the SPD, Greens, and FDP, has triggered snap elections scheduled for February 23, 2025.
  • The coalition dissolved after Scholz dismissed FDP leader and Finance Minister Christian Lindner over policy disagreements, leading to the FDP's withdrawal from the government.
  • Conservative CDU leader Friedrich Merz criticized Scholz's tenure as one of economic stagnation and international isolation, framing the upcoming election as a turning point for Germany's future.
  • Key election themes are expected to include economic recovery, migration, and climate policy, with the CDU/CSU, Greens, and SPD positioning themselves for a contentious campaign.
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