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Friedrich Merz, the new leader of Germany's conservative party, has opened discussions with the Social Democrats to form a coalition government. The talks revolve around easing spending limits, known as the "debt brake," to stimulate the economy and boost defense spending in response to geopolitical concerns. Merz is also open to providing Ukraine with longer-range missiles but not committing to European boots on the ground. Negotiations are set to continue next week.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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