German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed Finance Minister Christian Lindner, leading to the collapse of the ruling coalition and the prospect of new elections by March 2025. Scholz plans a no-confidence vote by January 15, raising concerns about Germany's reliability as a partner in Europe, especially after Trump's re-election. The political landscape in Germany may shift, with the far-right AfD likely to benefit from Lindner's dismissal. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)