The UN General Assembly begins – without Friedrich Merz. While the chancellor and coalition are busy with the budget and judicial appointments in Berlin, the Middle East conflict intensifies: the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have recognized Palestine as a state, with more Western countries expected to follow. Germany suddenly finds itself isolated – between transatlantic loyalty and European pressure.
In a 200-second interview, Johannes Volkmann (CDU) explains the Union’s position between the two-state solution and the desire to speak with a united European voice.
Hans von der Burchard reports before his departure for New York on Merz’s absence there – and why for Germany at the Assembly, it’s about Palestine, as well as the question of what becomes of the non-permanent seat on the Security Council.
Also: Feedback from Jerusalem – and a vote on the next episode of the “Machthaber” series.
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