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SPD co-leader says in talks with conservatives towards gov't formation timetable
The co-leader of Germany's Social Democrats, Lars Klingbeil, said on Wednesday that his party was in talks with election winner Friedrich Merz and his conservatives about agreeing on a timetable for negotiations towards the creation of a government.
CDU and SPD start talks in bid to form next German government
Friedrich Merz, the leader of the Christian Democrats, has ruled out a coalition with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which finished second in last week's elections. View on euronew
German conservatives, SPD to make first moves towards new govt
Germany's conservatives, who won elections last weekend, are set to start exploratory talks with the Social Democrats on Friday towards forming a coalition government, party sources said.
German conservatives, Social Democrats, begin talks on coalition
Germany's conservative bloc and the Social Democrats (SPD) have started exploratory talks aimed at forming a new government coalition, following Sunday's federal election. Leading party representatives gathered in a parliament building on Friday morning.
German election: CDU/CSU, SPD begin preliminary talks
Friedrich Merz aims to swiftly form government after his conservative bloc's February 23 election win. SPD leader Lars Klingbeil stressed a coalition with the CDU/CSU was "not automatic" amid key policy disagreements.
Germany Election: Friedrich Merz to 'intensify' coalition talks with SPD
Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz, who came out on top in the snap election results, is aiming to close a coalition agreement with outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD, which came third in the elections.
SPD recovers over $200K worth of fentanyl during drug trafficking bust
Seattle police seized thousands of grams of fentanyl powder and pills, handguns, hundreds of grams of meth and other drug ...
SPD adds water barricades to list of St. Patrick's Day Parade safety measures
Savannah city leaders held a special event briefing on Thursday to discuss the enhanced safety measures ahead of the St.
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SPD: Theft suspect attempts to disarm officer, citizens step in to help
By KTBS Staff Click here for updates on this story SHREVEPORT, Louisiana (KTBS) — A theft report Thursday morning took a ...
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SPD interim Chief Barnes says as recruitment and retention continue to improve, little things like paint and new carpet will help
The mayor’s pick to lead the Seattle Police Department appeared before the Seattle City Council’s public safety committee Tuesday as the process plays out to approve the appointment.
19 arrests and counting: SPD says habitual offender wanted on felony theft warrant
SHREVEPORT, La. ( KTAL/KMSS) – A Shreveport man, who officers say has an extensive record of property crimes, including 19 ...
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Taking a closer look at SPD’s 2024 crime report
Springfield Police released their annual crime report for 2024. Police Chief Paul Williams says there’s not much of an overall difference between 2023 and 2024. “We’ve ...
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Man stabbed in Capitol Hill: SPD investigates Tuesday night attack
Police are looking for the person who stabbed a man Tuesday night in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Just after 7:45 p.m ...
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Seattle police investigate body found in water near Gas Works Park
An investigation is underway after a body was found in Lake Union near Gas Works Park. The SFD initially responded to a water ...