Germany Calls For Snap Election As Public Turns Against Ukraine Funding

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced on Friday that the federal parliament has been dissolved, triggering an early election in February. This decision comes after a major political crisis in the country, following the collapse of Germany's ruling coalition. With tensions rising over the government’s support for Ukraine, many critics have gained significant traction among the public, especially those who oppose the ongoing financial aid and weapons sent to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.

A New Election: February 23, 2024

On February 23, 2024, German voters will head to the polls to elect new representatives for the Bundestag (Germany's parliament). This snap election was agreed upon by Germany's major political parties, who have struggled to maintain unity. Normally, the next election was not due until 2025, but the political drama unfolding in Berlin has pushed the country into uncharted territory.

The Collapse of the Coalition

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