The Turbulent Times of Friedrich Merz - The New York Times
Google News • 12/15/2025 • Last cited 12/17/2025
Summary
Friedrich Merz faces significant public discontent, with a recent poll indicating that 70% of Germans are unhappy with the government, according to خبرگزاری برنا. Despite this, he has played a central role in discussions regarding Ukraine, as reported by Le Monde.fr.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
30 days
24
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Google News
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score65/100
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 30 days - proven survivor
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