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German political crisis

Germany's governing coalition collapsed on Wednesday as Chancellor Olaf Scholz sacked his finance minister and paved the way for early elections.

Robert Habeck, Olaf Scholz and Christian Lindner walk outside. — Germany's three-way coalition has collapsedImage: Mike Schmidt/IMAGO

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Germany's coalition government falls apart — how it happened

Germany's first three-way coalition government is now history. DW details what led to this.

Germany: Can snap elections restore political stability?

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has announced a vote of confidence. This could lead to early elections.

How can Germany call snap elections?

In what exact circumstances are early elections possible in Germany, and what would the process look like?

Germany's coalition government collapses over ailing economy

Divisions over how to save Germany's feeble economy have led to the collapse of its government.

What's behind Germany's coalition government collapse?

Chancellor Scholz's announcement of a confidence vote could trigger new parliamentary elections by the end of March.

What is Germany's debt brake?

Germany's government reportedly collapsed because of differences over a borrowing ban called the debt brake. What is it?

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German government: Opposition wants confidence vote now

Opposition parties have called for an immediate vote of confidence after Scholz sacked the FDP finance minister.

What's in store for Germany after the government collapse?

German Chancellor Scholz runs out of patience with coalition

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