Event Brief
Merkel calls speculation about German presidency bid 'absurd'
Filed: Feb 12, 2026 at 7:08 AM ET
Summary: Angela Merkel's office dismissed reports of her potential presidential bid as political parties consider replacements for Steinmeier.
WHO: Angela Merkel
WHAT: Dismissed presidential bid speculation
WHEN: Feb 12, 2026 at 6:41 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Political parties are weighing replacements for President Steinmeier
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