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Germany’s Merz says Putin, Zelenskiy to meet within next two weeks

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz credited U.S. President Donald Trump with persuading Russia’s President to agree to a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart.
This meeting, to which Vladimir Putin agreed during a phone call with Trump, would take place at a yet-to-be-determined…[Read more]

Wadephul visits Japan: key partner in Asia

A meeting with his Japanese counterpart Takeshi Iwaya in the capital city Tokyo marked the start of Federal Minister Johann Wadephul’s inaugural visit to Japan. In view of the wars in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip as well as the evolving relations with the USA, Wadephul highlighted the role of cooperation…[Read more]

German economists disappointed by Merz government’s slow reforms, survey shows

Economists in Germany say the new government’s lack of structural reforms, particularly to curb pensions costs, poses long term problems for Germany, even though a massive spending program will boost the economy in the short run.
Germany’s anaemic economy could be…[Read more]

European leaders comment on teleconference with Trump on Ukraine

Donald Trump joined a teleconference with European leaders including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday, two days before the U.S. leader is due to hold a summit in Alaska with Russia’s Vladimir Putin to discuss how to end the war in Ukraine.

UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT…[Read more]

Germany: Chancellor Friedrich Merz marks 100 days in office

Friedrich Merz has begun curbing irregular immigration and shaping foreign policy, while cracks are appearing in his government.

Germany’s largest-circulation tabloid, Bild, has passed judgment on Chancellor Friedrich Merz : “The solitary chancellor explains his biggest mistake,” the…[Read more]

Germany’s ‘oldest and biggest’ gay nightclub declares bankruptcy

Germany’s “oldest and biggest” gay dance club has declared itself bankrupt after nearly half a century in business, falling victim to inflation and an evolving party culture threatening Berlin’s nightlife.

Management troubles and dating apps were among the factors putting Schwu…[Read more]

Germany to deliver two Patriot systems to Ukraine in deal with US

Germany said on Friday that it will deliver two Patriot systems to Ukraine after reaching an agreement with the U.S. that Berlin will be first in line to receive the latest systems in return.
Thanks to the U.S. commitment, “Germany can initially support Ukraine with launchers and…[Read more]

Amount of aid entering Gaza is ‘very insufficient’, Germany says

The amount of humanitarian aid that Israel is allowing to enter the besieged Gaza Strip is “very insufficient”, the German government said Saturday, noting “limited initial progress” in getting more aid into the enclave. Aid agencies say that more than two million Palestinians are…[Read more]

Suedlink – transporting renewable energy to the south

Construction begins in Bavaria on the final stage of this major power infrastructure project.

A ceremonial event in Bavaria has marked the start of construction work on the final and southernmost sections of the major Suedlink project, a key component of Germany’s energy transition. From the…[Read more]

Germany sees loneliness epidemic among young people

“How do I find friends?” is the most common question German influencers get asked on social media. Loneliness has become a pressing issue in Germany, with far-reaching consequences.

Three years ago, Felix Wunnike realized he had struck a chord with young people. Whenever the business psychology…[Read more]

Passenger train derails in Germany, killing three and injuring dozens

Officials say the crash killed the train’s driver and injured at least 50 others, with 25 of them in serious condition.

A passenger train carrying 100 people has derailed in Germany, killing at least three people and wounding dozens of others, according to officials.

The c…[Read more]

Franco-German MGCS tank project speeding up, Rheinmetall CEO says

The Franco-German MGCS main battle tank project, which has stalled for years, is speeding up and has political will on both sides, Rheinmetall chief executive (RHMG.DE), opens new tab Armin Papperger said on Thursday.
“This is what politicians want, but also industry,” he told…[Read more]

Alabali Radovan visits South Africa

Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan (photo) has taken off on a trip to South Africa, aiming to deepen economic and political cooperation. “South Africa is a key partner for Germany in a world in which geopolitical tectonics are shifting,” the minister said.

She is also taking part in the G20 Development…[Read more]

German-Afghan relations under scrutiny over deportations

The German government’s policy of deporting Afghan criminals to Afghanistan relies on cooperation with the Taliban government in Kabul. The Islamists are hoping this is the first step toward diplomatic recognition.

“We have succeeded in organizing another deportation flight with convicted…[Read more]

Bundestag commemorates the Srebrenica massacre

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Berlin (dpa) – 30 years after the genocide in Srebrenica, the Bundestag has commemorated the victims. “Srebrenica was the worst war crime committed on European soil since the Second World War,” said Bundestag President Julia K…[Read more]

German backpacker found alive after 12 days missing in Australian outback

Australian authorities said they found a 26-year-old German backpacker “safe and well” after she had been missing in a remote part of the country’s northwest for almost two weeks.
Carolina Wilga, who vanished on June 29 from near the outback town of Beacon, about 254 km…[Read more]

Postponed vote on top judge pitches German coalition into crisis

A planned vote on appointing three new judges to Germany’s Constitutional Court was shelved on Friday, as conservative Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s coalition struggled to muster a parliamentary majority for the second time in three months.
Other parties, including his Social Democrat…[Read more]

Germany says Russia using media platform Red to sow discontent

Russia is using the online media outlet Red to sow discontent in German society as part of a disinformation campaign waged alongside its war in Ukraine, the foreign ministry in Berlin said on Wednesday.
“Red presents itself as a revolutionary platform for independent journalists.…[Read more]

Germany summons Iranian ambassador over alleged spying on Jews

Man arrested in Denmark accused of collecting information on ‘Jewish localities and specific Jewish individuals in Berlin’

Germany has summoned the Iranian ambassador after the arrest of a man suspected of spying on Jews in Berlin for Tehran, possibly as part of an attack plo…[Read more]

Berlin to simplify rules in bid to speed up defence surge, draft law says

The German government seeks to speed up defence procurement by simplifying legal procedures, fostering European cooperation and facilitating orders to start-ups to make its military combat-ready, according to a draft law seen by Reuters late on Friday.
The speedy surge of…[Read more]