Merz says next German president 'must be a woman' — report

German politician Friedrich Merz has reportedly stated that the next German president should be a woman. This comment comes as the current president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, is set to leave office in March next year. The call for a female president could have implications for Germany's politics and representation, potentially influencing the country's leadership and direction.

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