As Germany tries to find its way, here are some of our best stories about the country from recent months. _____PhotoThe relationship between President Vladimir V. Putin and Ms. Merkel is still only cordial, despite dozens of meetings and scores of telephone calls over the years. The rivalry between Mr. Putin and Ms. Merkel is a microcosm of their diverging visions for Europe. Advertisement Continue reading the main story_____PhotoA surge in support for the far right in September’s election gave some Germans cause for introspection. Many believed that their country’s liberal democracy was unshakable, and for them, the nearly 13 percent of votes won by the Alternative for Germany party was a bitter pill to swallow.

Source: New York Times November 21, 2017 19:57 UTC