International Herald Tribune
"Merkel's shortfall roils politics in Europe
By Graham Bowley International Herald Tribune
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2005
LONDON Angela Merkel's failure to win a clear victory in Germany is expected to disrupt the political dynamic in Europe, where the ascent of a center-right government had been broadly expected to bring a fresh direction on policies like Europe's relations with the United States, economic changes and strained relations between countries within the European Union.
'This result, if confirmed, could mean difficult times ahead for Europe,' said Poul Nyrup Rasmussen, a former Danish prime minister and president of the Socialist bloc in the European Parliament in Brussels.
The result could be a boon for Turkey, as the election result will weaken Merkel's power to obstruct Turkey's joining the EU, which she opposes."
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