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Bavarian Education Minister Stands Firm Against Proposal to End Teacher Civil Service Positions
Bavarian Minister of Culture and new president of the Education Ministers Conference, Anna Stolz of the Free Voters, dismissed…
Laschet Urges Europe to Talk with Russia as Abu Dhabi Talks Offer Hope for Ukraine Peace
Armin Laschet, chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the German Bundestag and a member of the CDU,…
Staffler Blames Klingbeil for Rising Nursing Home Co‑Payments
Katrin Staffler, the Federal Government’s nursing care commissioner from the CSU, said that the rising out‑of‑pocket share for…
Laschet Criticizes EU Over Delay of Mercosur Deal Ahead of Court Review
Foreign‑policy politician Armin Laschet (CDU) sharply criticised the European Parliament’s decision to have the European Court of Justice…
Merz Thanks Trump for Withdrawing Greenland Annexation Plans
At the informal European Council meeting on Thursday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for abandoning…
Green Party Criticizes Its MEPs After Mercosur Vote, Demands EU Trade Deal Review
The German Greens criticised the decision of their European Parliament colleagues to let the Mercosur trade agreement be…
German Court Upholds Convictions of Four Members of Extremist Martial Arts Group Knockout 51
The Federal Court of Justice largely upheld the convictions of four defendants for their membership in the far‑right…
Police Foil Terror Plot on Chancellor Merz’s Private Plane
Police reportedly thwarted an attempted attack on Prime Minister Friedrich Merz’s private aircraft during the night before Thursday. Three…
Germany Forces Russian Embassy Military Attaché Out Over Spy Allegations
The German federal government has ordered the deputy military attaché of the Russian embassy to leave the country.…
Klingbeil Calls for German‑French Nuclear Security Talks with France
Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) called for German‑French discussions on nuclear protection for Europe. In an…
Trump Officially Launches Board of Peace After Signing Charter in Davos
U.S. President Donald Trump signed the charter of the new “Board of Peace” together with representatives of its member…
Merz Urges Transatlantic Unity Over Greenland Rift, Points to Russian‑Chinese Threats Ahead of US Push
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos about the ongoing Greenland dispute and stressed…
Germany Pushing More People Away Than Before Revealed by Federal Police Data
According to the German federal government, the number of people being deported has risen more than in recent…
Merz Skips Trump’s Peace Council Launch at Davos World Economic Forum
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) will not attend the founding ceremony of U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Peace Council”…
German Cabinet Approves Digital Police Clearance Law
The German federal cabinet has approved a draft law to digitize police clearance certificates. Under the new regulation,…
Trump Reasserts Claim to Greenland
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Donald Trump reiterated his claim that Greenland belongs to the United…
Trump Announces Settlement in Greenland Conflict – No Tariffs Imposed
President Donald Trump announced that the tariffs he had threatened to impose on February 1, in connection with a…
Germany’s Workforce Turning to Overtime as 40-Hour Weeks Grow
In Germany, a growing number of employees have been working longer than the statutory 40‑hour week. According to…
AfD Eyes Own German Radio Station
The AfD is exploring the possibility of launching its own radio station in Germany. Party leaders are expected…
German Gold Reserves in US Face Growing Calls for Pullout Amid Geopolitical Risk
Calls are mounting in Bundesbank circles and among politicians to remove the German gold reserves-worth about €164 billion-from New York.…
Public Debt Climbs 2.1 Percent in Q3 2025 by 54.8 Billion Euros
The debt of social insurance fell according to Destatis in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the…
Netanyahu Accepts Trump’s Peace Council Invite
In this role, Trump should have veto power and decide on the agenda as well as the composition…
Greens Push European NATO‑Like Alliance After Trump Threatens Greenland
Brantner compared Europe’s miscalculations in dealing with President Trump to Germany’s failed Russian policy. “The hope that Trump…
SPD Blames German States for Iran Deportation Ban Rejects Nationwide Stop Cites Lack of Federal Powers
Emmerich also called for increased protection options for politically persecuted individuals. “The federal government should be asked to…
Study Finds Germany Heavily Dependent on U.S. Defense Supplies Despite Rising Military Spending
Globally, two‑thirds of all defense‑sector startups are located in the United States. The superpower also dominates the large‑enterprise…
Denmark’s Defense Committee Warns Trump of Potential US Takeover of Greenland
Mit Blick auf die nukleare Abschreckung sprach sich Jarlov dafür aus, dass Europa über eigene Atomwaffen verfügen sollte.…
California Governor Newsom Warns EU of Weakness vs Trump Urges Unity on Greenland Clash
Newsom added: “Trump does not represent the majority of Americans”. His policy and his personality are becoming ever…
Left Demands Immediate Ban on Syrian Deportations Amid Kurds Conflict
Leader of the Left party Ines Schwerdtner demanded a suspension of the repatriation of Syrian refugees amid the advance…
Communities Back CDU’s Push for Automated Permit Approvals
The Association of Towns and Municipalities says the proposals, however, do not go far enough and that administrations…
European People’s Party Leader Manfred Weber Urges Stronger Germany-Italy Ties with Meloni
The leader of the European People’s Party (EPP), Manfred Weber, has advocated for a significant deepening of German‑Italian…
EU Foreign Commissioner Kaja Kallas Confirms Support to Greenland Amid Trump Threats
She concluded that a unified Europe, capable of defending its interests and values, must also strengthen its engagement…
Justice Minister Rules Out Palantir Use in Germany’s Federal Courts
Regarding regional adoption, Baden-Württemberg police authorities are expected to begin using Palantir’s “Gotham” platform around mid‑this year. A…
Linke Warns Against NATO Mission in Greenland
Instead of a military deployment, Thoden called for the involvement of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in…
Merz Honors Loved Ones of Soldiers and Police Serving Abroad at the Chancellor’s Office
The event highlighted both the human dimension of duty and the procedural safeguards guiding Germany’s overseas engagements.
Green Party Leader Fires Shots at Youth Wing for Self‑Portrayal
While the Greens have previously had tensions with senior figures in the youth wing, Banaszak expressed relief at…
EU Unveils Greenland Security Strategy Amid US Tariff Threats
The commission president announced additional agreements with Australia, the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and the United Arab Emirates. She…
German CDU Pushes for Stricter Rules on Child Influencers in Social Media
If adopted, the proposal would mean that any family or individual wishing to showcase a child’s online presence…
Half of Germany’s Citizens Call Electric Car Subsidy Unfair
When asked whether introducing the subsidy is a sensible measure, 40 % answered positively, whereas 44 % disagreed. The public…
Germany Revokes Nearly Half Of Afghan Resettlement Promises
The Left calls on the government to end its “legal grinding” strategy and to implement all original admissions…
Wagenknecht Demands Retirement at 60 for Care Workers And Physically Demanding Jobs
Today, many caregivers are forced to retire early because the work is physically unsustainable, yet they are penalised…
German Economist Martin Werding Calls for Tough Tariffs on U.S. Over Trump’s Greenland Threat
He added that the customs debate is merely a secondary battlefield and that the EU, as the chief…
Two‑Thirds of Germans Reject Söder’s Plan to Reduce Number of States
Support varies markedly among party supporters. CDU/CSU backers show the most enthusiasm for a merger: 58 percent favour reorganisation,…
Bulgarian President Rumen Radew Steps Down
In December, the government led by Prime Minister Rossen Selyavski formally resigned, yet continued to manage day‑to‑day operations…
Warken Moves to Reexamine Telephone Sick Leave as Minister Casts New Doubt
Warken, responding to Merz’s comments, emphasised that the Chancellor’s observations are factual. She noted that, internationally, Germany’s sickness…
Merz Guarantees Solidarity to Greenland and Denmark Aims for Trump Meeting
Merz dismissed the view that this mission represented a confrontation with the United States. He said the engagement…
SPD Accuses Spahn of Trump‑Greenland Sympathies Amid Rising Criticism
Spahn had previously expressed understanding of Trump’s bid for Greenland in an interview with the “Süddeutsche Zeitung”. “When you…
German Government Denies Rushed Return Claims from Greenland Reconnaissance
When asked about the wider role of the Bundeswehr in the Arctic region, the ministerial spokesperson spoke somewhat…
Sepp Müller Demands Tough EU Response to Trump Trade Threats Over Greenland
He added that there should be export and investment restrictions against the United States, and that the EU…
German Federal Government Launches New Electric Car Subsidy
The income ceiling for eligibility is set at €80,000 of taxable household annual income, rising by €5,000 for…
Greens Urge EU Alliance to Counter Trump Special Tariffs
The political spectrum’s varied responses illustrate a broader debate over Germany’s role on the world stage. While the…
Bundeswehr Rates Greenland Mission a Success, Highlights Positive Danish Cooperation
The Bundeswehr’s communiqué underscores a continued commitment to international partnership in the Arctic region, signalling that Germany will…
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and UK Unite Against US Threats in Joint Declaration Reinforce NATO Arctic Security
The coordinated press release was dispatched to the national press bureaus of the eight countries, with a copy…
Yazidi Council Demands Action After 3 Years of German Genocide Recognition
The federal declaration of genocide was enacted on 19 January 2023, marking a historic step for Germany’s engagement with a…
Minister Bär Pledges First Fusion Reactor and Boosts Women’s Research for Energy Future
In addition to energy policy, Bär announced that the next scientific year will prioritize women’s health. She noted…
German Politicians Urge Clear Signals From Al Sharaa Ahead Of Berlin Visit
In response to the anticipated visit, several organisations have called for a protest. A rally is scheduled for…
Trump Threatens Tariffs EU Calls Emergency Summit
The European Union is scrambling to formulate a cohesive response to escalating trade tensions with the United States,…
Syria President Cancels Germany Trip
Syrian President Ahmed al-Scharaa abruptly cancelled his planned visit to Germany, citing intensifying conflicts within Syria that necessitate…
German Troops Return From Greenland Mission
The German military has concluded its reconnaissance mission in Greenland, with personnel currently returning to Germany via a…
German Forces End Greenland Mission
A reconnaissance team of the German Bundeswehr has reportedly been abruptly withdrawn from Greenland, raising questions about Berlin’s…
Germany Greens Demand Firm Response to Trump Tariffs
The escalating Greenland crisis and the subsequent threat of punitive tariffs from US President Donald Trump are prompting…
Lawmaker Considers Quitting Over Immigration Policy
A deep rift is emerging within Germany’s ruling coalition, with a prominent Social Democrat (SPD) parliamentarian publicly questioning…
Health Insurers Push Back on Policy Proposals
The Spitzenverband GKV, Germany’s leading statutory health insurance association, has issued a stark warning to the government against…
Trump Was Right Spahn Says on Greenland
A leading German conservative politician is raising concerns that the ongoing debate surrounding Greenland’s potential sale is obscuring…
Doctors Back Merz on Sick Leave Debate
The debate surrounding rising sick leave rates in Germany has intensified, with the country’s association of statutory health…
Germany Weighs Response to Trump Greenland Tariffs
The German government has responded cautiously to President Donald Trump’s unexpected announcement of impending tariffs targeting Denmark, Germany…
Trump Attacks Fed Powell Signals Intimidation
The escalating verbal attacks launched by former President Donald Trump against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell are not…
Trump Threat Sparks German Business Plea
The escalating trade tensions with the United States, triggered by President Trump’s threat of tariffs following a dispute…
Youth Green Leader Faces Fury After Söder Remark
The use of deeply offensive language by a leading figure within the German Green Youth has ignited a…
Linnemann Proposes Rapid State Action
CDU Proposal Sparks Debate on Efficiency and Legal Certainty A radical proposal from the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)…
Digital Records Streamline Background Checks
The German Federal Ministry of Justice is pushing forward with a plan to digitize criminal record checks, a…
Reward Offered For Vulkangruppe Tips
The aftermath of the recent sabotage attack on Berlin’s power grid has triggered a significant escalation in the…
Fusion Fears Fizzle
The debate surrounding potential state mergers in Germany has resurfaced, sparking a pointed rebuke from Hesse’s Minister-President Boris…
Germany to Aid Danish Arctic Defense
The Danish Arctic Command, spearheaded by Major General Sören Andersen, is actively seeking to deepen military cooperation with…
Trump Threatens EU With New Tariffs
The European Union is scrambling to formulate a robust response to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threat…
EU Rejects Trumps Greenland Tariff Threat
The European Union has forcefully rejected a renewed threat from US President Donald Trump regarding the territory of…
Trump Targets Greenland Mission Nations With Tariffs
Donald Trump has announced sweeping tariff measures targeting several European nations and beyond, escalating tensions surrounding the contentious…
Germany Drops Inquiry Into Syrian President
A controversial visit by Ahmed al-Sharaa, the current transitional president of the Arab Republic of Syria, to Germany…
Merz Signals Cabinet Shakeup
A significant reshuffle within German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s cabinet and parliamentary group is under consideration, according to reports…
AfD Leaders Vie For Top Spots
Continuity and Concerns at AfD Party Conference The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is poised to maintain its current…
AfD Ban Review Risks Political Maneuvering
The German Justice Minister, Stefanie Hubig of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), has cautioned against a strategic reluctance…
Brandenburg SPD and CDU Eye Coalition Talks
SPD Embraces CDU Coalition After BSW Collapse The Social Democratic Party (SPD) in Brandenburg has formally endorsed coalition…
Brandenburg Parties Launch Coalition Talks
Following the abrupt collapse of coalition talks with the BSW, Brandenburg’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) leadership has formally…
States Demand Overhaul of Funding System
The Hesse state premier, Boris Rhein of the CDU, has ignited a fierce debate regarding Germany’s system of…
Heir Tax Dispute Splits German Coalition
The debate surrounding inheritance tax in Germany has ignited a sharp political clash, with SPD parliamentary leadership directly…
Germany Backs Greenland Mission Amid Security Concerns
A German parliamentary delegation is lending its backing to a Bundeswehr-participated exploratory mission on Greenland, a move framed…
Germany Streamlines Military Procurement
The German Bundestag approved a controversial bill Thursday aimed at accelerating the planning and procurement processes for the…
Soldiers in Greenland Deployment Coincidence Pistorius Says
Germany’s Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has downplayed the timing of a recent deployment of German soldiers to Greenland,…
Germany Boosts Electric Car Purchases
The German government is set to launch a heavily subsidized electric vehicle (EV) incentive program aimed at private…
Soldiers Deploy Greenland Mission Sparks Political Debate
The deployment of German soldiers to Greenland for a reconnaissance mission has drawn sharp criticism from within the…
Airline Tax Cut Funding Still Uncertain
A looming dispute between Germany’s Transport and Finance ministries threatens to derail a planned reduction in air travel…
Trump’s Greenland Pursuit Sparks Outrage
The ambition of former U.S. President Donald Trump to acquire Greenland has been sharply condemned by German conservative…
Germany EU Forge Power Plant Plan
The German Ministry for Economic Affairs, under the leadership of Minister Katherina Reiche (CDU), has reached a preliminary…
Germany Debates Iran Asylum Halt
The German Green Party leadership is escalating pressure on the federal government to halt deportations of Iranian citizens,…
Germany Deploys Recon Team to Greenland
Germany’s deployment of a Bundeswehr reconnaissance team to Greenland has garnered broad parliamentary support, even within the traditionally…
Cannabis Access Faces New Restrictions
The German government is facing increasing political friction over proposed restrictions on medical cannabis access, with the Social…
Aid Cuts Risk Ukraine Refugee Integration
The German government’s planned reduction in support for Ukrainian refugees is drawing sharp criticism from economists and integration…
Bartsch Reveals Handling of Ex-Ruling Party Funds
The decision to assume the role of treasurer within the PDS, the successor party to the Socialist Unity…
Military Watchdog Demands Swift Probe
The recent scandal engulfing German paratroopers in Zweibrücken has intensified calls for a comprehensive and urgent investigation into…
Gaza Plan Enters Second Phase
The administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump, via special envoy Steve Witkoff, announced Wednesday the commencement of…
CDU Faction Eyes Climate Goal Shift
A significant internal rift is emerging within Germany’s conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) as influential factions push for…