World Merz, Carney & the Rise of Centrist Leaders in a Turbulent World by Ibrahim Khalil - World Editor February 18, 2026 by Ibrahim Khalil - World Editor February 18, 2026 Merz Steps Forward as Europe Reconsiders Its Security Posture As the first anniversary of a shift in German leadership approaches, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is emerging as a key figure in … 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail