BERLIN, Jan 8 (Reuters) - German opposition leader Friedrich Merz, tipped to become chancellor in next month's election, said Germany would spend more on defence but would not commit to a NATO ...

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BERLIN – German opposition leader Friedrich Merz, tipped to become chancellor in February's election, said Germany would spend more on defence but would not commit to a Nato defence spending ...