A coalition deal in Germany has paved the way for conservative leader Friedrich Merz to become the country's 10th chancellor since World War II. As part of the deal, outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party,

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Friday she is confident of good relations with Friedrich Merz, the conservative German politician set to be elected chancellor next week. Meloni told Italy's Adnkronos news agency that she had been in contact with Merz over recent weeks after meeting him ahead of Germany's February elections.

Friedrich Merz is set to become Germany's next chancellor, but his unpopularity raises questions about his leadership amidst controversies and trust issues. Explore the reasons behind Merz's dwindling support and the challenges he faces.