Berlin
Former German President Horst Kohaler died after illness at the age of 81. This information was given by the Federal President’s Office of Germany.
According to the news agency Xinhua, Kohlar, who was the President of Germany from July 2004 to May 2010, commented on the foreign campaign of the armed forces of Germany. After criticizing this, he unexpectedly resigned from his post.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeer spoke to Eva Lewis Kohaler on Saturday and expressed her condolences on her husband’s death. He appreciated the service and contribution of Kohlar for the country. Before becoming President, Horst Kohaler was the head of IMF in Washington from 2000 to 2004. He also played other roles in civil service and banking. He became the head of Germany after the then opposition leader Angela Merkel pursued him, which was a formal role. Merkel later became Chancellor.
Steinmeer was re -elected for a second term in 2009, but in May the following year he surprised the country by resigning unexpectedly. His decision came after a controversial remarks in an interview, in which he linked the military presence of Germany in Afghanistan to protect economic interests.
These comments gave rise to important debate, as there remains sensitivity about military operations abroad in Germany. It takes shape from the painful memories of the Nazi era. During his speeches, Kohler often emphasized the importance of Germany’s strength and the importance of his people’s creativity and creativity.
