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Briefing: Germany news: Merz questions coal reform amid Mideast crisis

Strategic angle: Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggests extending the operation of coal-fired plants due to global energy supply disruptions.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-27 · 1 MIN READ

Chancellor Merz raises concerns over coal reform.

Global energy supplies are currently disrupted.

Lufthansa cabin crew votes in favor of a new strike.