Germany is facing a political crisis following the collapse of the 'traffic light' coalition government.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has proposed new elections in March, but a significant portion of the population and opposition parties are pushing for an earlier date.

Recent polls indicate that 65% of Germans favor immediate elections, with only 33% supporting Scholz's timeline.

The coalition's breakdown has led to the dismissal of FDP Finance Minister Christian Lindner, with other FDP ministers also stepping down.

The political landscape is tense, with the Union and AfD urging Scholz to expedite the election process.

As the country navigates this uncertainty, the focus remains on how quickly a new government can be established to address pressing national issues.