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Germany's resurgent Left Party will vote against defence fund, says leader

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Posted on February 25, 2025

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BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's Left Party will vote against a special fund for increased military spending in the next legislature, party leader Ines Schwerdtner said on Tuesday. "There will be no votes

Germany's Left Party Opposes New Military Spending Fund, Leader States

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's Left Party will vote against a special fund for increased military spending in the next legislature, party leader Ines Schwerdtner said on Tuesday.

"There will be no votes from Die Linke (The Left) in favour of this new special fund for defence," Schwerdtner said in a statement issued two days after her party won 8.8% of votes in a snap election.

Germany is considering its second special defence fund as it faces a confrontational Trump administration and hostile Russia. A source in the conservative party, which won the election, said it could be hundreds of billions of euros.

(Writing by Friederike Heine, Editing by Rachel More)

Key Takeaways

  • Germany's Left Party will vote against a new military spending fund.
  • Party leader Ines Schwerdtner announced the decision.
  • The decision follows the party's 8.8% vote win in a snap election.
  • Germany considers a second special defence fund amid global tensions.
  • The fund could amount to hundreds of billions of euros.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Left Party's position on the new defence fund?
The Left Party, led by Ines Schwerdtner, will vote against the special fund for increased military spending.
Why is Germany considering a new special defence fund?
Germany is considering a second special defence fund due to a confrontational Trump administration and hostile relations with Russia.
What percentage of votes did the Left Party receive in the recent election?
The Left Party won 8.8% of the votes in the recent snap election.

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