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Chronik des Rücktritts # 17.02.2012 14 Uhr # Journal Englisch

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German President Christian Wulff has resigned. The step follows months of scandal surrounding his business relations, which could now be subject to criminal investigation. After his resignation - Chancellor Angela Merkel said she would work closely with the opposition to identify a suitable new candidate for the largely ceremonial post. The resignation is a blow to the Chancellor, as she struggles with the Eurozone debt crisis.

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