Germany is facing what may be its deepest crisis since 1945. A war is raging in Europe, and the German economic model is in crisis. Political forces on the far right and the far left are gaining support. Some citizens long for Angela Merkel to return as Chancellor; others see her as the cause of various political failures.
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Deutsches Theater Berlin
As part of the ‘Capital Talks’ series, former Chancellor Merkel will answer questions from *Tagesspiegel* Editor-in-Chief Christian Tretbar and Chief Political Correspondent Daniel Friedrich Sturm.
In the run-up to the event, the *Tagesspiegel* is accepting questions from readers.
Please note that, due to heightened security measures, purchased tickets are personalised. Bags larger than A4 size must be left at the cloakroom and may not be taken into the auditorium.
- Doors open at 6.30 pm
Additional information
Participating artists
Angela Merkel
Christian Tretbar
Daniel Friedrich Sturm
Dates
December 2026
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