Merz Rejects Speculation Over Early Departure as German Chancellor
Friedrich Merz says he intends to serve his full four-year term and lead Germany through a "difficult phase"
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has dismissed speculation suggesting he might step down early from his post, according to Anadolu Agency.
Merz said he was elected for a four-year term and is determined to serve out that mandate, the report said.
The chancellor said he remains focused on leading Germany through what he described as a "difficult phase," according to Anadolu Agency.
The report did not provide further details on the nature or source of the speculation regarding a potential early step-down.
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- Germany’s Merz dismisses speculation about early step-down — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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