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Thousands of demonstrators gathered in the German city of Erfurt on Saturday to protest against the far-right political party Alternative for Germany (AfD) as it launched its annual two-day conference amid growing political momentum ahead of crucial regional elections. The demonstrations brought together......
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended Germany’s record on military spending after criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, insisting that Berlin has made substantial progress in strengthening its armed forces and should not hesitate to highlight those efforts. The remarks come just......
At least two people have died and 34 others were injured after a fire broke out at a hospital in Ludwigslust, in the German state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, early Thursday morning, according to local police. Emergency services responded to the incident shortly after dawn, bringing the blaze under......
German federal prosecutors have formally charged a Ukrainian national suspected of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions, marking a significant development in one of Europe's most closely watched sabotage investigations. The defendant, identified as Serhii K. under Germany's......
Germany's ruling coalition has announced a broad package of economic and social reforms aimed at boosting growth, easing pressure on households and addressing housing shortages, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces mounting political challenges. The measures include €10 billion ($11 billion)......
Germany is reportedly seeking to expand the domestic production of U.S.-designed weapons, according to the Financial Times, in a move aimed at strengthening European defense capabilities and reducing reliance on external military supply chains. Citing informed sources, the newspaper reported that Berlin......
German authorities have carried out coordinated searches across the country, including at the headquarters of the German Football Association (DFB), as part of an investigation into suspected irregularities involving the allocation of tickets for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, according to a report by......
Germany and the Netherlands have officially inaugurated a new military command center in Estonia, reinforcing NATO's presence along its eastern flank as the alliance continues to strengthen its collective defense posture in response to ongoing security concerns in the region. The inauguration ceremony......
Germany is calling for a major reduction in the European Union’s long-term budget, demanding cuts of around €400 billion ($456 billion) to the European Commission’s proposed spending plan for 2028–2034, according to an internal government document seen on Tuesday. The proposal......
Volkswagen is preparing what could become the most significant restructuring program in its history, with plans that may include eliminating up to 100,000 jobs worldwide and gradually closing four production facilities in Germany as the automaker adapts to growing global challenges. According to reports......
Germany is reportedly exploring far-reaching reforms to its pension system, including a potential gradual increase in the retirement age to as high as 70, as policymakers seek to address mounting financial pressure caused by demographic change. A government-appointed expert commission, established under......
The European Parliament is set to vote this Tuesday on the trade agreement reached in 2025 between the European Union and the United States, a crucial step for the future of transatlantic economic relations. Negotiated amid significant trade tensions, the agreement provides for the elimination of most......
France could potentially withdraw from the Franco-German Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) tank program, according to statements made by the chief executive of German defense company Rheinmetall, Armin Papperger. The comments have raised fresh concerns about the future of one of Europe’s most ambitious......
