Herbert Kickl, leader of the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ), has called for new elections after coalition talks with the centre-right People's Party (ÖVP) collapsed. Despite winning 28% of the vote in September, other parties united to exclude him from power. Negotiations between the FPÖ and ÖVP broke down due to disagreements over policy and control of the interior ministry. Austria's President Alexander Van der Bellen is exploring options for a new government, including fresh elections or a minority government. Political instability is a concern, with warnings about potential liquidity problems if a transitional budget isn't agreed upon. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)