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Germany coalition collapses over energy subsidy standoff

The three-party coalition government fell after the liberal party withdrew support for a €40 billion industrial energy subsidy, forcing early federal elections.

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The three-party coalition government fell after the liberal party withdrew support for a €40 billion industrial energy subsidy, forcing early federal elections.

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