Austrian conservatives start coalition talks with far-right party
Austria's far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ) began coalition talks with the conservative Austrian People's Party (ÖVP), the latter said on Thursday, after the failure of previous parties to form a government.
Austrian nationalist party leader rumored to be in talks to form government
Herbert Kickl, leader of Austria's right-wing Freedom Party, met with President Alexander Van der Bellen on Sunday, further fueling rumors that he will be asked to form a government.
Austrian conservatives want far-right assurances on Russia in coalition talks
The new, interim leader of Austria's conservatives demanded assurances from the far right on Wednesday that they want to keep Austria free from Russian interference, laying out potential flashpoints as they head into coalition talks.
Austrian president asks pro-Russian party leader to form government
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen has instructed far-right Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl to begin coalition talks to form a government with the Austrian People's Party following a meeting on 6 January.
Far-right leader pledges to 'govern Austria honestly' and makes demands of potential partner
The Austrian far-right leader has said in his first comments after being tasked to form a new government that he aspires to “govern Austria honestly” as he prepares for talks on a potential coalition
Austrian Far-Right Leader to Invite Conservatives to Hold Coalition Talks
Austrian far-right Freedom Party (FPO) leader Herbert Kickl confirmed on Tuesday he plans to invite the conservative People's Party (OVP) to hold coalition talks after he was tasked with forming a coalition government.
Austrian Far Right Receives Mandate to Form New Government
Austria's far-right and conservative parties have previously shared power but always with the Freedom Party in a junior role.
A Far-Right Government in Austria Would Be a Jolt, but Not Unexpected
The Freedom Party and its leader, Herbert Kickl, have steadily built support by demonizing immigrants, while entering Austria’s political mainstream.
Far-right Freedom Party gets chance to form government in Austria
Austria’s Freedom Party, which is starting talks to lead the government, opposes sanctions on Russia and the EU’s support for Ukraine.
Austrian far right gets mandate to try to lead a government for the first time since World War II
The leader of Austria’s Freedom Party received a mandate Monday to form a new government, which would be the first headed by the far right since World War II if he succeeds.
Austrian People’s Party Nominates Christian Stocker as Interim Leader After Nehammer Resigns
Austrian People’s Party has nominated its General Secretary Christian Stocker as interim leader after the expected ...
Austrian far-right party tasked with forming coalition
Austria's president Alexander Van der Bellen has tasked the leader of the far-right Freedom Party, Herbert Kickl, with ...
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Austrian People’s Party Seeks Talks with Viktor Orban’s Ally
Christian Stocker, newly appointed chairman of OVP, announces openness to coalition talks with Freedom Party (FPO).
Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg to serve as the country’s interim leader
Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg will serve as the country’s interim leader while the far-right Freedom Party ...
Austrian People’s Party nominates interim leader after Chancellor resigns
Karl Nehammer announced on Saturday he would step down in the next few days after coalition talks with the Social Democrats ...
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Austrian foreign minister Schallenberg to serve as the country's interim leader
The Austrian president's office says Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg will serve as the country’s interim leader while ...
Talks on a new 3-party Austrian government collapse as the smallest party pulls out
Talks on forming a new three-party government in Austria have collapsed as the smallest of the prospective coalition partners ...
Austrian People's Party nominates Christian Stocker as interim leader after Nehammer resigns, news agency reports
Austrian People's Party nominates Christian Stocker as interim leader after Nehammer resigns, news agency reports.
Austria's FM Schallenberg To Take Over As Caretaker Chancellor
Austria's foreign minister Alexander Schallenberg will take over as caretaker chancellor from Friday, as the far right seeks to form a government with the conservatives in a tense political climate.