Scholz’s defeat shatters coalition, triggering early elections, deepening Germany’s political crisis.

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The collapse of his “traffic light” coalition—SPD, Greens, and FDP—now leads to early elections in February 2025. Internal strife, exacerbated by Scholz’s firing of Finance Minister Christian Lindner, shattered the alliance. In a stunning vote, 394 lawmakers opposed Scholz, with just 207 in support, plunging Germany into a political crisis.

The timing couldn’t be worse. With Europe already reeling from the war in Ukraine, economic stagnation, and mounting tensions, Germany’s instability adds more fuel to the fire. The nation’s leadership is now in question, raising fears about its ability to handle urgent economic and geopolitical challenges.

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Scholz’s decision to dismiss Lindner—a controversial move—proved to be the breaking point. The FDP’s exit from the coalition left Scholz’s government without a majority. As frustrations grow, party leaders demand fresh elections, hoping to resolve the deepening divisions.

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Germany’s future hangs in the balance. This marks a dark chapter in modern history. The 2025 elections will shape not just the nation’s fate but Europe’s too. The pressure on Germany to regain stability and leadership has never been greater.

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