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German SPD Backs Coalition Deal
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is set to form her fourth government after the opposition Social Democrats vote in favour of joining another grand coalition.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is set to form her fourth government after the opposition Social Democrats vote in favour of joining another grand coalition with her Christian Democrats.
Also in the programme: Italians vote in general elections; And legendary runner Sir Roger Bannister has died
Picture: German Chancellor, Angela Merkel Credit: Getty Images
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