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Coalition Talks Merkel to Meet Greens Next Week

Chancellor Merkel, who is trying to form a government after falling just five seats short of a majority in the Sept. 22 election, will hold preliminary talks with the opposition Greens next week. A coalition with the Social Democrats (SPD) looks far more likely though.

Merkel to Meet Greens Next Week - Thomas Niedermueller/ Getty Images

World From Berlin Coalition Talks Could Last Into January

It's quickly becoming clear how hard it's going to be for Angela Merkel to form a new government. The SPD wants the Finance Ministry and will ballot its members on any deal. In the end, though, they're likely to reach an agreement, say media commentators.

Coalition Talks Could Last Into January - Kay Nietfeld/ dpa

Coalition Wrangling SPD Plays Coy as Merkel Puts Out Feelers

Angela Merkel, in a hurry to find a coalition after Sunday's election, contacted the center-left Social Democrats on Monday to set up talks. But the SPD stalled her and made clear she will have to make policy concessions if she wants them on board.

SPD Plays Coy as Merkel Puts Out Feelers - Wolfgang Kumm/ dpa

World From Berlin Triumph Confirms 'Era of Merkelism'

Angela Merkel is at the zenith of her power. Her historic election win on Sunday reflects how deeply Germans appreciate her no-nonsense, frugal Hausfrau style of governing, say editorials. But she now needs to address domestic reforms to secure her legacy.

Triumph Confirms 'Era of Merkelism' - AP/dpa

Grand Coalition? Social Dems Deflect Talk of Merkel Alliance

Is the scene now set for another grand coalition? The leadership of the SPD are putting the brakes on speculation over a potential pairing with Merkel. Following its weak performance, the party wants to avoid internal disputes over what would be an unpopular alliance. Von Veit Medick

Social Dems Deflect Talk of Merkel Alliance - Hannibal Hanschke/ dpa

Watershed Election Merkel's Conservatives Prepare Next Move

At 42 percent, the conservatives have pulled in their best result in 23 years. But with Merkel's party appearing to fall short of an absolute majority, the question now is who will join her in a coalition government. Von Philipp Wittrock

Merkel's Conservatives Prepare Next Move - Hannibal Hanschke/ dpa

Germans Want a 'Mutti' The Secret of Merkel's Success

When she took over the Christian Democrats 13 years ago, few thought Angela Merkel would last long. But after her resounding victory on Sunday, it is now clear that she has become so much more than just Germany's political leader. Von Charles Hawley

The Secret of Merkel's Success - AP/dpa

Election Triumph Merkel Victorious But Faces Tough Talks

Chancellor Angela Merkel won a historic election victory on Sunday as her conservatives scored their best result since reunification in 1990. It's a personal triumph for her, but she faces tough negotiations to form a stable government. Von David Crossland

Merkel Victorious But Faces Tough Talks - Michael Kappeler/ dpa

Mutti Knows Best Merkel Delivers What Germans Want

Chancellor Merkel has run a bland re-election campaign. But that is exactly what voters were looking for. There are many reasons why she will win a third term on Sunday, but the primary one is her deep understanding of what the German electorate wants. Von Charles Hawley

Merkel Delivers What Germans Want - STAFF/ REUTERS

Fringe Power German Left Party a Would-Be Kingmaker

Social Democratic candidate Peer Steinbrück could win Sunday's election, but he would have to partner with the Left Party in order to prevail. The leftists continue to be surprisingly strong, but their Communist roots make them an unpalatable partner. Von Charles Hawley

German Left Party a Would-Be Kingmaker - Kay Nietfeld/ dpa

Steinbrück's Failings The Flawed Campaign of Merkel's Rival

Peer Steinbrück, the Social Democratic chancellor candidate, is everything Angela Merkel isn't: He's cheeky and brash and he can't resist a joke. It's entertaining, but it can't mask what has been a poorly-run campaign that will likely end in failure. Von David Crossland

The Flawed Campaign of Merkel's Rival - Hannibal Hanschke/ picture alliance / dpa

Dodging the Issues Merkel Campaign Driven by Fear of Voters

The German campaign is in full swing, but Chancellor Angela Merkel is carefully avoiding controversial issues. Her stump message focuses entirely on her person and gives short shrift to her plans for Germany's future. Her only platform is her popularity. Von René Pfister

Merkel Campaign Driven by Fear of Voters - Rainer Jensen/ dpa

Poll Plummet What Happened to Germany's Green Party?

Just two years ago, it looked like Germany's Green Party was going to challenge the Social Democrats for the honor of being the country's second largest party. Now, poll numbers suggest only one in 10 voters will support them. What went wrong? Von Charles Hawley

What Happened to Germany's Green Party? - Joerg Koch/ Getty Images

No Debate Bump for Floundering SPD

Von Charles Hawley

No Debate Bump for Floundering SPD - Julian Stratenschulte/ dpa

Headwind for Merkel Euro Zone Head Says Greece Needs More Aid

Chancellor Angela Merkel has said Greek finances will not be addressed until the end of next year. But Euro Group chief Jeroen Dijsselbloem on Thursday joined the chorus of voices saying Athens needs more help.

Euro Zone Head Says Greece Needs More Aid - FRANCOIS LENOIR/ REUTERS

Fiat Coughs and Wheezes at German Campaign Barb

Von Charles Hawley

Fiat Coughs and Wheezes at German Campaign Barb - STEFAN WERMUTH/ REUTERS

The Undecided How Merkel Could Lose

German voters are deciding later than ever whom to vote for this election cycle. That is not good news for Chancellor Angela Merkel. With party loyalty on the wane, many of her core supporters could defect for tactical reasons at the last minute. Von Melanie Amann, Peter Müller und Gordon Repinski

How Merkel Could Lose - Hannibal Hanschke/ dpa

Anti-Foreigner? Bavarian Party Criticized for Road Tax Plan

Bavarian governor and CSU leader Horst Seehofer has reiterated his support for controversial plans for a car tax on foreign drivers, despite opposition from Angela Merkel. The tax has also attracted criticism over its targeting of non-Germans.

Bavarian Party Criticized for Road Tax Plan - Peter Kneffel/ dpa

Merkel's Necklace Steals the Show

Von Kristen Allen

Merkel's Necklace Steals the Show - Max Kohr/ dpa

World from Berlin 'Carefully Cultivated Boredom' in Chancellor Debate

Editorialists at major news media are mostly in agreement about three aspects of Sunday night's chancellor debate: It was a dull affair, Peer Steinbrück did well even if his prospects for winning are null and Angela Merkel has hinted she could govern with him.

'Carefully Cultivated Boredom' in Chancellor Debate - AP/dpa

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