Friedrich Merz's CDU/CSU won Germany's federal election with 28.5% of the vote, leading to a fragmented political landscape and a potential revival of the 'Grand Coalition' with the SPD. The CDU/CSU secured 208 seats, while the SPD dropped to 120. The new government faces challenges, including reforming the constitutional debt brake amidst opposition from the AfD and Die Linke. Economists express skepticism about significant economic reforms, although there is some optimism regarding potential debt brake changes. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)