Friedrich Merz

Chancellor of Germany

Friedrich Merz (full name Joachim-Friedrich Martin Josef Merz) was born on November 11, 1955, in Brilon, North Rhine-Westphalia, West Germany. He received his legal education, studying at the Universities of Bonn and Marburg. His professional career began with work as a judge in Saarbrücken, and then as a corporate lawyer. Since January 2022, he has held the position of leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), and since May 2025, he has been the Federal Chancellor of Germany.

1985

Became a judge in Saarbrücken after graduating from law school

1989

Was elected to the European Parliament

1994

Was elected to the German Bundestag

2000

Headed the CDU/CSU parliamentary group

2009

Headed the "Atlantik-Brücke" association

2021

Returned to the Bundestag

2022

Was elected leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)

2024

Became the Union's candidate for Chancellor of Germany

2025

Led the CDU/CSU bloc to victory in the federal elections

2025

Was elected Chancellor of Germany

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Scholz bets on his 'prudent' Ukraine policy ahead of re-election bid - Politico

German Chancellor Scholz defends his position on not sending long-range missiles to Ukraine. His main opponent Merz is leading in the polls and supports the provision of Taurus to Kyiv.

War in Ukraine • November 14, 12:51 PM • 51980 views

Germany is going to early elections on February 23 after the collapse of the Scholz coalition

Germany will hold new elections on February 23, 2024 due to the collapse of the ruling coalition. Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to ask for a vote of confidence in the Bundestag on December 16.

News of the World • November 12, 11:59 AM • 15922 views

German chancellor candidate intends to make a strong demand of Russia

Friedrich Merz, the main contender for the post of German Chancellor, is preparing an ultimatum to Russia. He plans to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles in response to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 08:06 AM • 81814 views

After the collapse of the coalition, leading German politicians call for new elections early next year

After the collapse of the Svitlofor coalition, CDU/CSU leaders call for new elections to the Bundestag as soon as possible.

News of the World • November 7, 11:24 AM • 15345 views

“Delivering Taurus is not going to war” - German Chancellor candidate Merz

Friedrich Merz said that the supply of Taurus missiles to Ukraine would not mean Germany's entry into a war with Russia. He emphasized that such missiles would help Ukraine defend itself against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • October 28, 09:37 AM • 17579 views

German chancellor candidate is ready to supply Taurus to Ukraine under certain conditions

CDU leader Friedrich Merz announces his readiness to supply Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles, but under certain conditions. He criticizes the Scholz government for its lack of strategic vision and calls for greater European independence from the United States in helping Ukraine.

Politics • October 14, 06:11 AM • 17897 views

The rating of the pro-Russian party BSW in Germany has fallen to a minimum

The rating of the “Union of Sarah Wagenknecht” (BSW) in Germany has dropped to 8%, reaching its lowest level since June 23. The CDU/CSU bloc remains the strongest opposition force with 31% support.

News of the World • October 7, 02:59 PM • 15186 views

German chancellor candidate Merz proposes creating a group on Ukraine with the participation of 4 countries

German chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz has proposed setting up a contact group of Germany, France, the UK and Poland. The goal is to work out proposals on the European post-war order after the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 5, 02:37 PM • 28737 views

Bundestag rejects delivery of Taurus missiles to Ukraine

German Bundestag rejects proposal to supply Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 12:15 PM • 28597 views

Difficult relations with German political parties may influence Ursula von der Leyen's refusal to take up the European Green Deal initiatives

Controversy with German entrepreneurs over Green Deal initiatives could affect Ursula von der Leyen's programme when she is re-elected president of the European Commission.

News of the World • February 16, 05:54 PM • 28325 views