German coalition faces uncertainty as Chancellor Scholz fires finance minister

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner amid ongoing disputes over the government's economic strategy. This decision raises uncertainty about the future of the ruling coalition. Lindner had suggested early elections to resolve a budget deadlock, which Scholz rejected. It remains unclear if the Free Democrats will leave the coalition. Without the Free Democrats, Scholz could lead a minority government with the Social Democrats or the Greens. However, he lacks a majority to pass a budget, making new elections likely.