06:03⇢The Ampel Aftermath: Germans Demand Swift Elections
⌨The newspapers report extensively on the aftermath of the Ampel coalition's collapse. A majority of Germans favor immediate new elections, but SPD and Greens prefer to remain in office as a minority government (Berliner Zeitung, Spiegel). Chancellor Scholz aims for elections in March, while the opposition pushes for a swifter timeline (Spiegel, Junge Freiheit). The budget crisis remains a central issue, with discussions on available funds and potential solutions (FAZ, Zeit). Meanwhile, reports emerge of tensions between Scholz and former coalition partner Lindner (FR, merkur.de).