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Germany Negotiates with Rosneft to Temporarily Halt Lawsuit Proceedings
The federal government is currently discussing the possibility of temporarily suspending the ongoing legal proceedings initiated by Rosneft,…
Ukraine Welcomes Merz Proposal for Special EU Associate Membership Status
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Katschka welcomed the proposal from CDU politician Friedrich Merz, who suggested granting Ukraine…
SPD Shares Steinmeier’s Doubts on New Voluntary Military Service
The SPD party faction disagrees with Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s skepticism regarding the current voluntary military service program.…
CDU Demands Swift Crackdown on Iranian Terror Networks Threatening Germany
Marc Henrichmann, the chairman of the Parliamentary Control Committee in the Bundestag and a member of the CDU,…
Wadephul Calls for New Burden Sharing in NATO Defense Alliance
Prior to his departure for the NATO Foreign Ministers meeting in Helsingborg, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) advocated…
Israel Jewish Leaders Targeted by Alleged Iranian Assassination Plots
Felix Klein, the German Federal Government’s Commissioner for Anti-Semitism, expressed palpable satisfaction upon reports that investigators had unearthed…
Rentenreformpunkten noch nicht final Kanzleramtschef winkt ab
Thorsten Frei, the Chief of the Chancellor’s Office for the CDU, advised caution regarding the preliminary reports detailing…
German Politicians Fight Back Against Cuts to Development Aid
SPD politicians are voicing strong opposition to the proposed cuts in development aid funding. A recent position paper…
SPD Slams Union Provocation Over Taxes and Debt Concerns
The Socialist Democrats (SPD) reacted with apparent misunderstanding to the firm “red lines” drawn by the Union faction’s…
Poll Expert Sees More Voter Potential For AfD Despite Strong Support
According to political research expert Roberto Heinrich, the AfD can still attract additional voters despite its current high…
East German State Threatens Resistance Over Retirement Pension Reform
Sven Schulze, the CDU Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt, has warned that he will oppose any retirement reform if it…
Schulze Announces Tax Relief for Single Parents Challenging Traditional Family Models
The Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze (CDU), has announced the intention to introduce a Bundesrat initiative aimed at…
Pharma Giants Warn Of Medication Shortages Amid US Policy Headaches
Major executives from international pharmaceutical firms are issuing strong warnings that new medications may face delays reaching the…
Bundesratsanbau Verzögerung bis 2029 Ursachen mangelnde Bietereignungsnachweise
The Federal Council building will face further delays in the completion of its extension and new visitor center…
German Politician Supports Partial EU Membership for Ukraine
Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, Chair of the Defence Committee in the European Parliament and a representative of the FDP, welcomed…
AfD Soars to Record High in Saxony According to New Poll
According to a new poll conducted by Insa, the AfD has reached a record high of 42% in…
Federal Government Support Continues to Decline According to Ipsos Poll
According to a new Ipsos survey, public support for the federal government continues to dwindle. With the exception…
BSW Wagenknecht Slams Pension Age Hike Calling for Eastern Referendum
BSW politician Sahra Wagenknecht strongly criticized the potential raising of the retirement age to 70. Speaking to the…
Pension Commission Chair Denies Agreeing to Sweeping Retirement Reform Proposals
Constanze Janda, Co-Chairwoman of the Pension Commission, rejected a report published by the “Bild” newspaper, which alleged that…
Middle-Class Union Draws Red Line Against Tax Hikes
The Mittelstands- und Wirtschaftsunion (MIT), the business wing of the CDU and CSU parties, has drawn a firm…
Economists Back Raising Retirement Age to 70 With Lower Pension Standards
According to Michael Hüther, Director of the Institute of German Economy (IW), significant changes to the statutory pension…
Pension Commission Members Deny Plan to Raise Retirement Age to 70
Several members of the Pension Commission have denied that the commission reached an agreement to raise the retirement…
Union Deputy Müller Supports Gradual Increase to Retirement Age of 70
Sepp Müller, the Vice Chairman of the unions’ parliamentary group, has stated support for gradually raising the retirement…
Germany Evades EU Deficit Procedure Bundesregierung Safe From EU Scrutiny
Germany does not currently need to fear an EU deficit procedure. Although projected figures indicate that the budget…
EU Leaders Push Zelensky Harder on Ukraine Corruption Scandal
The corruption scandal rocking Ukraine is increasingly straining the political relationship between the nation and the European Union.…
FDP Boosts Voter Potential According to New Poll
According to a poll conducted for the “Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung” by the Allensbach Institute for Psychographics, the electoral…
Steinmeier Skeptisch Über Freiwilligen Wehrdienst Für Bundeswehr
The President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, expressed doubts regarding whether the voluntary military service implemented by the red-black…
Greens See CDU-Green Coalition as Blueprint for Federal Alliance
Several leading politicians from the Green Party, both at the state and federal levels, suggest that the existing…
German Business Council Demands End to Aviation Tax
The CDU’s Economics Council has demanded the complete abolition of the aviation tax. Through the Funke Media Group…
German City Association Demands Federal Funding for Improved Civil Defense
The Association of German Municipalities (Deutscher Städtetag) is demanding that the federal government allocate more substantial funding to…
Stegner Backs Kubicki Defends FDP Candidate Against Right-Wing Populist Charges
SPD politician Ralf Stegner defended FDP candidate Wolfgang Kubicki against claims that he aims to transform the party…
Linnemann Slashing Bürgergeld for Migrant Criminals Demands Tougher State Crackdown
CDU General Secretary Carsten Linnemann is calling for the state to adopt stricter measures against the abuse of…
Ex-Merz Chief Office Officer Moves to BCG Consulting Giant
Jacob Schrot, who served as the office manager for CDU’s Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz until January, has found…
China’s Economic Challenge Sparks Alarm Among German Politicians
The growing competitive pressure emanating from China is causing concern among German politicians. According to CDU politician Norbert…
Steinmeier Slams Government for Lack of Major Reforms
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has expressed criticism that the federal government has failed to implement major structural reforms. Speaking…
Republica Founder Advises Leaving Platform X After Musk Takeover
Andreas Gebhard, one of the founders of the digital conference Republica, has strongly advised a clear linguistic and…
Pension Reform Experts Push Retirement Age Up To Seventy Years
According to reports citing sources within the expert commission, the committee responsible for reforming the statutory pension insurance…
German Political Parties Receive Increased State Funding in 2026
Political parties in Germany are set to receive significantly larger state subsidies this year. According to a statement…
German Politician Pushes Organ Donation Opt-Out Law Again
Former Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) has renewed his push for implementing what he calls an “opt-out” system…
Workforce Union Ties Ease As German Labor Standards Shift
The binding rate of employees to collective bargaining agreements and, consequently, to the agreed-upon pay standards, has significantly…
Grüne und Linke attackieren CDU wegen angeblicher AfD Unterstützung im Wirtschaftsausschuss
The Green and Left parties criticized the CDU for allegedly providing support to AfD candidate Malte Kaufmann during…
UnionsMPs Draw Red Line Demanding Harder Stance From Merz Against SPD Tax Fears
Several deputies from the Union party (CDU/CSU) are pressuring Chancellor Friedrich Merz to adopt a harsher stance against…
McMaster Former Trump Advisor Backs US War Against Iran
The former National Security Advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, Herbert Raymond McMaster, has voiced his support for…
German Politician Warns China Spying Scandal Is Only Tip Of Iceberg
Following the recent arrests of two Germans suspected of espionage for China, security politician Roderich Kiesewetter (CDU) fears…
Ex Trump Adviser Accuses Merkel Of Naively Trusting Putin
Former U.S. National Security Adviser Herbert Raymond McMaster criticized former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, alleging that she was…
German Ministry Investigates Return Bonus Incentives for Syrian Refugees
The German federal government is considering the creation of new incentives to encourage Syrian refugees to return voluntarily…
German Military Leadership Satisfied But Keeps Conscription Debate Alive
The Ministry of Defence is generally content with the personnel development within the Bundeswehr but declined to specify…
License Reform Ministry Bets on Market Competition to Curb Insurance Costs
The Federal Ministry of Transport anticipates that the market competition will prevent a significant rise in insurance premiums,…
AfD Considers Legal Action Against CDU Over Flyer
The AfD party has signaled that it is considering taking legal action against the CDU over a specific…
ESA Demands Greater European Space Independence Amid Geopolitical Shifts
In light of shifting geopolitical dynamics and recent decisions made by the United States, the European Space Agency…
Germany Slams China For Allegedly Training Russian Soldiers for War
The German Foreign Office has responded to reports claiming that China is secretly training Russian soldiers for the…
Super E10 Price Exceeds Two Euros Again Fuel Costs Rise
The cost of Super E10 fuel has again exceeded the €2 per liter mark. According to a recent…
Germany Military Overhaul Reimagines Procurement Processes with New Innovation Hub
The Federal Ministry of Defence has outlined concrete plans for reforming the Federal Materiel Command for the Armed…
Germany’s Local Governments Demand Increased Civil Defense Funding Beyond Federal Plans
The German District Council Association (Deutscher Landkreistag) is calling for heightened efforts in civil protection that must go…
Christian Chrupalla Slams Bardella For AfD Attacks
Tino Chrupalla, the head of the AfD party, criticized Jordan Bardella, the chairman of the right-wing French party…
German Government Approves Controversial Driving License Reform
The federal government, led by Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder (CDU), has approved a controversial reform of the driver’s…
SPD States Demand Safety Checks for Driving License Reforms
The SPD-led states are strongly asserting their priorities regarding the driving education reform proposed by the federal cabinet,…
Driving Instructors Urge Changes to Proposed License Reform
Following the cabinet’s decision to reform driving instruction, the Federal Association of Driving Schools (Bundesvereinigung der Fahrlehrerverbände) is…
Von der Leyen Pushes for a Fully Realized European Single Market
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has strongly advocated for the “completion” of Europe’s Single Market. Speaking…
German Astronaut Set for Moon Mission as Artemis 5 Trip Promises European Presence
The German government anticipates having a national astronaut participating in upcoming US missions to the Moon. However, Minister…
Berlin Minister Demands Massive New Funding Boost for Women’s Health Research
Research Minister Dorothee Bär (CSU) has announced plans for a massive expansion of medical research focusing on female…
Minister Reiche Dismisses Criticism Law Compliant Amid Heating System Debate
Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina Reiche (CDU), has strongly defended the draft for the new heating law,…
EU Reaches Deal American Trade Agreement Breakthrough Imminent
Representatives from the European Parliament and the Council have reached an agreement regarding the implementation of the EU-US…
Lang Slams Government Cuts to Parental Allowance Calling Plan Flawed Timing
Green politician Ricarda Lang criticized the spending cuts planned for the Parental Allowance (Elterngeld) by the federal government.…
German Politician Calls for Digital Services Free From Non-European Government Control
Katharina Dröge, leader of the Greens parliamentary group, advocates for mandatory digital services used by government authorities to…
Muslim Center Ditib Warns of More Attacks Following Memmingen Mosque Incident
Following the attack on a mosque in Memmingen, the Ditib Muslim Association has warned about further attacks targeting…
German Ministers Promise Digital Portal Simplifying Access to Social Services
Minister of Labour Bärbel Bas (SPD) and Minister for Digital Affairs Karsten Wildberger (CDU) have announced plans to…
Green Politician Slams Federal Civil Defense Plans Demanding Better Strategy
Green Party politician Marcel Emmerich argues that the federal government’s plans for expanding civil defense are insufficient. Speaking…
European Socialism Demands Nuclear Power for European Sovereignty
Manfred Weber (CSU), a Member of the European Parliament, and chair of the European People’s Party (EVP), has…
Streeck Demands Ring-Fencing of Tobacco Tax Boost for Drug Prevention
Federal Drug Commissioner Hendrik Streeck (CDU) is demanding that any revenue generated from raising the tobacco tax must…
German Urban Collapse Imminent Economy Expert Warns Against Devastating Municipal Finances
Economic expert Achim Truger accused the current federal government of disregarding the severe financial crisis facing local authorities,…
Pensions advocate warns of cuts to German nursing care insurance
Verena Bentele, President of the VdK social association, issued a strong warning against any proposed cuts to long-term…
CDU Economic Council Demands Unified European AI Strategy from German Government
The CDU Economic Council has urged Federal Minister for Research, Dorothee Bär (CSU), to enhance European coordination efforts…
Greens Demand Pause on “Demokratie leben” Relaunch Awaiting Science Report
The Green Party faction in the German Bundestag has introduced a motion calling for a suspension of the…
AfD’s New Strategy for East Elections Radical Platform Meets Smooth Candidates
Johannes Hillje, a political and communications consultant, has observed a new strategic direction adopted by the AfD (Alternative…
German Politician Finds China Russia Military Cooperation Believable and Ongoing
Marc Henrichmann, the chair of the Bundestag’s intelligence committee and a member of the CDU party, stated that…
German Armed Forces Soldier Count Increases Gradually
The German Ministry of Defense reported that the overall number of soldiers in the Bundeswehr has increased, albeit…
Wagenknecht Backs Merkel Calling For More Diplomacy To End Ukraine War
Sahra Wagenknecht, founder of the BSW party, expressed her support for former Chancellor Angela Merkel’s call for increased…
US Forces Divert 88 Ships Avoiding Iran Blockade
According to the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. forces have redirected 88 commercial vessels since initiating the blockade…
Linke Offers CDU Support in Saxony-Anhalt Against AfD Rise
Ines Schwerdtner, the party chairwoman for The Left, indicated that her party could support a potential minority government…
Merz Urges SPD Reform And Swift Decisions For German Government
Federal Minister Friedrich Merz (CDU) will visit the Social Democratic Party (SPD) parliamentary group on Tuesday to advocate…
CARITAS PRESIDENT CHALLENGES FLANSBY NURSINGCARE REFORM PLANS
Eva Welskop-Deffaa, President of Caritas, has criticized the proposed nursing care reforms put forward by Health Minister Nina…
Ecology Advocates Demand Ban Night Operation Lawn Mowing Robots Protect Hedgehogs
Members of the Green Party faction in the German Bundestag plan to vote on a proposal aimed at…
European Parliament Halts Fraud Investigation Against CSU Deputy Niebler
The European Parliament has temporarily halted fraud investigations concerning CSU Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Angelika Niebler.…
Bouffier Accuses Merz Of Becoming Victim Of Own Promise Making
Former Hessian Minister-President Volker Bouffier heavily criticized the expectation management strategies of CDU Chairman and federal Chancellor Friedrich…
China Trains Russian Troops for Ukraine Conflict Amid International Scrutiny
According to a report published by Der Welt, Chinese military forces are allegedly training Russian personnel for the…
Ahmetovic Demands Humility and Clarity from Merz Ahead of Visit
Adis Ahmetovic, the SPD spokesperson for foreign policy, demanded that Friedrich Merz’s visit to the SPD parliamentary group…
AfD Reaches New High Growing Voters Lead Over Union
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is continuing to expand its lead in voter favorability, as measured by Forsa,…
German Forests Stabilize Despite Unfavorable Weather Conditions
According to the forest health survey for 2025, released by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture on Tuesday, the…
Left Wing Slams Government Plan to Sell Uniper Shares
The parliamentary left faction has strongly criticized the federal government’s planned intention to sell off a portion of…
Merz Pushes Stronger EU Swiss Ties After Swiss Meeting
During a meeting with Swiss Federal President Guy Parmelin, Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) expressed his strong support…
Germany and France Pledge Joint Effort to Boost European Pharmaceutical Industry
At the World Health Assembly in Geneva, Germany and France signed a joint declaration aimed at strengthening the…
Left Bloc Leader Says Merkel Deserves EU Award More Than Merz
Heidi Reichinnek, the leader of the left faction, believes that former Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) is more suitable…
Left Party Leader Reichinnek Slams CDU SPD Coalition Reforms as Insufficient
Heidi Reichinnek, the parliamentary group leader for The Left, expressed deep skepticism regarding the working capabilities of the…
Makejew Dismisses German Supply of Taurus Missiles as No Longer Decisive Factor
According to the Ukrainian diplomat, Oleksij Makejew, the hesitation of both the old and new German governments regarding…
Soldiers Crave Swift End to Promotion Freeze Calling for Clarity and Fairness
The Parliamentary Defence Commissioner, Henning Otte, has urged the Federal Ministry of Defence (BMVg) to limit the recently…
Green Politician Von Notz Warns of Growing China Threat
Konstantin von Notz, an Green Party politician, has warned about escalating threats from China. Speaking on the POLITICO…
German Democrats Demand Trillion Private Euros for AI Investment
SPD digital politicians Johannes Schätzl and Matthias Mieves advocate for mobilizing one trillion euros in private capital to…
SPD Opposition Grows Over Care Reform Burden on Elderly
Within the debate surrounding a reform of long-term care insurance, resistance is growing among members of the SPD…
Leading Health Group Boss Demands Halt on Controversial Care Reform
Andreas Storm, the head of the DAK Gesundheit health insurance fund, has urged the red-black coalition to halt…