German Chancellor defends social cuts, prioritizing defense and European security

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz defended social welfare cuts amidst new billions in aid for Ukraine and increased military spending. Merz stated that a strong welfare state is meaningless if people cannot live in peace and freedom, emphasizing the need to defend European freedom and prosperity. The government is prioritizing defense and European security due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, acknowledging the societal and economic burdens.


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