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Outgoing German lawmakers could fund defence boost, leave debt brake for new parliament

Germany's outgoing parliament might approve a new special fund to increase defense spending, according to a senior ally of Friedrich Merz.
Friedrich Merz's election victory faces challenges due to a potentially obstructive parliament after far-right and far-left parties gained support.
Thorsten Frei stated that Germany needs to make very quick decisions in security and foreign policy.
Merz warned the United States against abandoning allies, stressing that it is now 'five minutes to midnight for Europe.

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Outgoing German lawmakers could fund defence boost, leave debt brake for new parliament

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Germany's Merz Rules Out Quick Reform of State Debt Limits

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Germany's Merz rules out quick reform of state debt limits

Election winner Friedrich Merz on Tuesday ruled out a quick reform to Germany's state borrowing limits known as the "debt brake" and said it was too soon to say whether the outgoing parliament could wave through a massive military spending boost.

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Germany's next leader grapples to boost defence spending

Germany's next leader, conservative Friedrich Merz, has raised the alarm over European defence but the clock is ticking for him to muster the funds needed to refurbish the armed forces.

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Outgoing German Lawmakers May Fund Defence Boost, Defer Debt Debate

Germany is considering a special fund for increased military spending as it faces a confrontational Trump administration and hostile Russia. The post Outgoing German Lawmakers May Fund Defence Boost, Defer Debt Debate appeared first on StratNews Global.

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