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EU honors Merkel with European Order of Merit
Filed: May 18, 2026 at 10:05 AM ET
Summary: The EU awards Angela Merkel the European Order of Merit this week, reviving debate over her legacy.
WHO: European Union
WHAT: Angela Merkel receives the European Order of Merit
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 9:39 AM ET
WHERE: European Union
WHY: The award is being given this week as an EU honor for Merkel.
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