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In the heart of Berlin, the Chancellery played host to a significant meeting between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and key members of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) leadership. The gathering, which occurred after 100 days in office for Chancellor Merz, aimed to address pressing issues that have been causing internal strife within the party.
The focus of the meeting was primarily on the current situation and cooperation within the coalition with the SPD, as well as the mood among the population. The attendees included CDU General Secretary Carsten Linnemann, CDU deputy party chairs Karin Prien and Michael Kretschmer, Agriculture State Secretary Silvia Breher, and NRW Health Minister Karl-Josef Laumann.
The meeting was scheduled to take place at 9:00 PM, as reported by the "Bild" newspaper, with attendees visible in photos from the publication.
The ongoing tensions regarding judicial appointments and the controversy over Germany’s partial suspension of military goods exports to Israel loomed large over the discussions. The CDU has been divided on these issues, with some members advocating for a more assertive stance towards Israel, while others support the government’s position.
Chancellor Merz has defended Germany’s decision to suspend arms deliveries to Israel, stating that weapons should not be supplied in a conflict likely resolved by military means causing many civilian casualties. This stance, however, has sparked internal backlash within the CDU, highlighting a divide on balancing traditional close ties and current humanitarian concerns.
In addition to these domestic issues, Chancellor Merz is also preparing for video conferences with US President Donald Trump on Ukraine, which will take place at the Chancellery. During these pre-talks, the Chancellor exchanged views with some members of his leadership circle, focusing on the strategic stance on Ukraine and European defense cooperation.
As the Chancellor navigates these complex issues, the meeting with the CDU vice-chairs serves as an opportunity to manage internal party dynamics and maintain a united front in the face of controversy.
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