German Political Stalemate: Scholz vs. Merz

The meeting between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and opposition leader Friedrich Merz concluded without a resolution. They disagree on when to hold a confidence vote, as Germany braces for potential snap elections following the collapse of Scholz's coalition government.

In a critical political development, a meeting held on Thursday between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and opposition leader Friedrich Merz ended in a deadlock, as confirmed by a government source speaking to Reuters.

The core issue dividing the two leaders is the timing of a confidence vote in parliament. This disagreement unfolds against the backdrop of a potential snap election in Germany, necessitated by the dissolution of the three-way coalition led by Scholz.

The Chancellor and Merz stand at a crossroads, with each seeking a strategic advantage in the evolving political landscape of Germany.

(With inputs from agencies.)