Germany's Merkel says there is will to get a deal with Britain

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Thursday that it would be difficult to meet British demands for changes to EU rules on benefits for migrants but that there was a will among all member states to get a deal. "We made it clear that we are ready to compromise, but always on the basis that we safeguard the core European principles, which include non-discrimination and free movement. "Especially regarding the fourth pillar (on welfare benefits) it won't be easy but I still think that with good will we can find good solutions." (Reporting by Noah Barkin)