German elections
Friedrich Merz: The German leader trying to bury Angela Merkel’s legacy - analysis
Friedrich Merz broke a political taboo by aligning with the AfD on immigration, winning a symbolic vote but facing backlash and a major legislative defeat.
Jewish leaders concerned after Germany's AfD party continues to make gains in elections
Olaf Scholz is elected new chancellor of Germany
Olaf Scholz to be elected as new chancellor of Germany
German elections have some Jewish officials in the country worried
Under Merkel Israel enjoyed good relations with the German government, but the advent of a new political era has some Jewish officials in the country unnerved.
What are Jews voting for in Germany’s elections?
Jews make up less than 1% of Germany’s population of 83 million; for many, Jewish issues pale in comparison to some that the entire country is wrestling with, such as climate change and inequality.
German parties reach coalition deal in principle
A negotiating source said the SPD would get the foreign, finance and labor ministries under the deal.
Merkel fourth term in doubt as German coalition talks fail
Failure to form a government in Europe's largest economy could have implications for everything from euro zone reforms to relations with post-Brexit Britain.
September 28th, 2017: German elections and more
Not the return of Nazi Germany, but a cause for concern
The passage of time and the frail human memory gradually diminish the impact of the Holocaust on arresting racist, xenophobic and antisemitic ideas and movements in Europe and elsewhere.
Leader of far-right German party says Jews have nothing to fear
Afd leader claims his party has nothing in it Jewish people should be alarmed about.
Split emerges in German far right; co-leader storms out of news conference
Frauke Petry, who was long considered the AfD's most recognizable face, said she would take up her seat but would not be part of AfD's parliamentary group.
Chastened Merkel braces for coalition tussle after election slump
Damaged by her handling of the 2015 migrant crisis, Merkel's conservative bloc won 32.9 percent of the vote.
What does today’s German election mean for Israel?
An objective observer can fathom why German elections matter for Israel.
Where will Germany's Jews stand in the country's upcoming elections?
How will the Jewish community channel its feelings towards the ongoing refugee crisis in Germany and Europe into a political decision?
