Coalition Talks: Freedom Party and People's Party Denounce Break-Up Rumors

Negotiations between Austria's Freedom Party and People's Party on forming a coalition government are ongoing, contrary to media reports claiming the talks had ended. The Freedom Party announced that discussions are set to continue after the People's Party addresses internal matters, dismissing cessation rumors as false.

Despite media reports suggesting otherwise, the Freedom Party (FPO) has confirmed that its coalition government talks with Austria's People's Party (OVP) have not broken down. The FPO categorically labeled such reports as a 'hoax' in a statement on social media.

The Freedom Party clarified that the conservative OVP is currently engaging in internal discussions, describing this as a standard practice during negotiations. The FPO expressed their willingness to resume talks as early as the following day.

This development highlights ongoing efforts by both parties to potentially form a coalition government and the complexity of political negotiations within Austria's political landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)