German president quits over scandal

German President Christian Wulff has announced his resignation in a scandal over favours he allegedly received before becoming head of state.

German president quits over scandal
Fri, 17 Feb, 2012 - 10:17

German President Christian Wulff has announced his resignation in a scandal over favours he allegedly received before becoming head of state.

The move creates a new problem for Chancellor Angela Merkel.

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