Germany news: Merkel calls for first female president
Former Chancellor Angela Merkel says it's time to consider a woman as Germany's next president.
Former Chancellor Angela Merkel says it's time to consider a woman as Germany's next president.
Meanwhile, Berlin's Left Party is deciding whether to enter coalition talks. The details come from DW.
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