Germany: Ex-Foreign Minister G. Westerwelle sadly faces biggest challenge yet

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Germany: Ex-Foreign Minister G. Westerwelle sadly faces biggest challenge yet

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June 20, 2014 at 20:46 GMT +00:00 · Published

Germany: Former foreign minister is treated for leukemia

The foundation of former German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle announced that he has been diagnosed with acute leukemia and is receiving medical treatment on Friday.

During his time as Foreign Minister, Westerwelle dealt with complex issues ranging from the Iranian nuclear program to Edward Snowden's request for asylum in Germany.

Westerwelle worked as Germany's Foreign Minister from October 2009 until December 2013.

(Footage shows Westerwelle speaking when he worked as German foreign minister)

Germany: Ex-Foreign Minister G. Westerwelle sadly faces biggest challenge yet

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Germany: Former foreign minister is treated for leukemia

The foundation of former German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle announced that he has been diagnosed with acute leukemia and is receiving medical treatment on Friday.

During his time as Foreign Minister, Westerwelle dealt with complex issues ranging from the Iranian nuclear program to Edward Snowden's request for asylum in Germany.

Westerwelle worked as Germany's Foreign Minister from October 2009 until December 2013.

(Footage shows Westerwelle speaking when he worked as German foreign minister)

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