The new chancellor believes the world needs a stronger Germany. He is still navigating how to do it.

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The Ukrainian leader rejected the demand, making clear that territorial issues remain unresolved as Ukraine and Europe sent a counterproposal to the United States.

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Centrist governments are failing badly in Europe’s leading economies, setting the stage for a far-right sweep.