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Almost Half The Public Wants Early End To Coalition Government
A recent survey conducted by the Insa Institute, reported by “Bild”, suggests that nearly every second German citizen…
Merz Accused of Exacerbating Worker Burnout with Push for Four-Day Work Week
Philipp Türmer, the chair of the Juso organization, criticized CDU leader Friedrich Merz, accusing him of disrespecting the…
Özdemir Says Election Boost Encouragement for Migrant Children
Cem Özdemir (Greens), the designated Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, viewed the upcoming writ on Wednesday as a significant source…
AfD Politician Fears US China Deals Will Harm European Unity
Peter Felser, the chairman of the German-Chinese Parliamentary Group in the Bundestag (AfD), predicts that the outcomes of…
Germans Minister Wants Tougher Penalties for Knockout Drug Abuse
The German Minister of Justice, Stefanie Hubig (SPD), plans to significantly toughen the penalties for using incapacitating drugs,…
Fischer Predicts US Retreat From Europe Blaming American Disconnect
Former German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer believes that Europe can no longer rely on the United States for…
Merz Gets Mixed Reactions During DGB Conference Speech
Friedrich Merz, the CDU leader, addressed the German Trade Union Confederation’s (DGB) federal congress and was met with…
Wegner Insists Wealth Tax Essential Call for New German Revenue Stream
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner (CDU), announced that an asset tax is necessary, stating that Germany requires a…
Altmaier Urges Extension of Fuel Discount After €1000 Aid Failure
Former Economics Minister Peter Altmaier (CDU) recently advocated for the extension of the fuel subsidy following the failure…
AfD Jumps to 28 Percent Leading Union by Six Points in Latest Poll
According to a Yougov poll released on Tuesday, the AfD has gained ground, rising to 28 percent, which…
Arab Citizens Feel Belonging in Israel But Fear Personal Safety
According to a new survey conducted by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung in Israel, and reported by the “Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland” a…
Koch and Steinbrück Demand Subsidy Cuts Using the Lawn Mower Method
Speaking before the Coalition Committee, former state premiers Roland Koch (CDU) and Peer Steinbrück (SPD) are urging their…
Green Politician Alarms Over Narges Mohammadi Health And Iranian Political Prisoners
German Green politician Omid Nouripour expressed acute distress over the health condition of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges…
Left Wing Politicians Condemn Planned Salary Cap Measure
Members of the Linke parliamentary faction are mounting significant resistance to the party executive committee’s plans to implement…
German Government Unites on Investment in French German Panzer Manufacturer KNDS
Sources indicate that the German federal government has reached a consensus on how to enter the armored vehicle…
Coalition Leaders Meet to Plan Relief Measures and Reform Roadmap
Following the failure of the “relief bonus” CDU, CSU, and SPD leaders are scheduled to meet at the…
French Gaullist Leader Distance Himself from German Far-Right Rival
Jordan Bardella, the chairman of the Rassemblement National (RN) in France, publicly distanced himself from the AfD party.…
Bas Defends Controversial Claim About No Immigration Into German Social Systems
Federal Minister of Labour Bärbel Bas (SPD) defended a past statement made in the Bundestag, in which she…
AfD Maintains Lead Despite Low Merz Satisfaction According to New Poll
According to a recent polling survey conducted by Forsa on behalf of RTL Deutschland between May 5th and…
Local Businesses Campaign For Lower Electricity Tax From German Government
The Association of Municipal Companies (VKU) has urged the federal government to significantly lower the electricity tax, calling…
Winkel Slams Union Response To Chancellor’s Speech At Berlin Congress
Johannes Winkel, Chairman of the Young Union (JU), sharply criticized the behavior of trade unionists during the Chancellor’s…
Greens Call for Stronger EU Sanctions Against Israeli Officials
The Green Party has called for stronger sanctions directed at Israeli politicians and military figures. According to Luise…
Greens Slams Spahn’s Subsidy Cuts Plan Demands Stronger Government Leadership
Franziska Brantner, the Green party’s leader, sharply criticized the proposal by CDU faction boss Jens Spahn, who suggested…
Altmaier Blames Merz For Government’s Handling Failures
Former Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Peter Altmaier, has expressed significant criticism regarding the current government’s operational weaknesses,…
Germany Cybercrime Threat Remains High Focus for Security Services
The threat posed by cybercrime in Germany remains critically high. As the world’s third-largest economy, Germany continues to…
Jewish Communities Support Anti-Semitism Officer Büttner After Vandalism Attack
Following a recent arson attack targeting the property of Andreas Büttner, the Brandenburg Commissioner for Anti-Semitism, Büttner has…
Merz Mocked by Union Workers at DGB Congress
Speaking at the DGB Federal Congress on Tuesday, CDU leader Friedrich Merz was met with mixed reactions, including…
Maaßen Could Become Interior Minister in Sachsen-Anhalt
Former Constitution Protection President Hans-Georg Maaßen may be considered for the role of Interior Minister in Saxony-Anhalt, should…
SPD Veteran Points to Deep Systemic Flaws in Coalition Politics
Former Federal Minister of the Chancellor, Wolfgang Schmidt (SPD), argues that recurring conflicts within government coalitions stem from…
Niedersachsen PM Quits Relief Grant Pledges Future Savings Boost
Olaf Lies, the Minister-President of Lower Saxony, believes that the relief premium initiative has no future, stating this…
Political Crisis Demands Show of Unity From Berlin States Labor And Business
Lower Saxony’s Minister-President, Olaf Lies of the SPD, has called for a coordinated effort involving the federal government,…
Employers Demand Faster Reforms From Labor Minister Bas Warning Of Another Misstep
Ahead of the Coalition Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, employer groups are strongly urging Federal Labor Minister Bärbel…
Doctor Leader Demands Delay on Healthcare Savings Pact Before Summer Break
Leading doctors’ federation president, Klaus Reinhardt, urged the black-red coalition to halt the process of passing the savings…
Caritas President Demands Social Contribution Relief Amid Rising Costs
Ahead of meetings in the Coalition Committee, Caritas President Eva Welskop-Deffaa has called upon the federal government to…
Ukraine Offers Germany Long Range Drones to Fill Gap Left by US Missile Withdrawal
In response to the U.S. government’s decision not to station Tomahawk missiles in Germany as a deterrent against…
SPD Slams Warken’s Care Reform Plan Demands Stable Funding and Citizen Insurance
As Health Minister Nina Warken prepares to present her proposals for reforming the social long-term care insurance, coalition…
German Industry Demands Faster Corporate Tax Cuts Ahead of Coalition Meeting
The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) is publicly pushing for new economic relief measures ahead of…
Union Calls for Income Tax Reform Boost to Enhance Earnings Incentives
Leading figures within the Union parliamentary group argue that the planned income tax reform represents the best opportunity…
TKK Boss Slams Coalition Accusing Them of Caving to Pharma Industry
During the dispute surrounding the healthcare savings package, Jens Baas, the head of the Techniker Krankenkasse, accused the…
States Demand Digital Tax on Tech Giants Ahead of Coalition Talks
The demand for a digital fee targeting large internet corporations has arisen from various state governments ahead of…
Klingbeil stelt Mitbestimmung und Gewerkschaften als Schlüssel für Deutschlands Stärke dar
At the DGB National Congress in Berlin, Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) emphasized the crucial role of employee…
Wildberger Demands More Design Freedom for AI Wary of Over-Regulation
Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger (CDU) has called for reduced restrictions on the development of Artificial Intelligence and cautioned…
Neubauer Slams New Heating Law Attacking CDU Leaders on Climate Goals
Climate activist Luisa Neubauer sharply criticized the German government’s heating law plans, directing her criticism specifically at CDU…
Digital Minister Admits Mistake Over Failed Thousand Euro Employee Bonus
Federal Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger (CDU) has admitted to errors made by the federal government, following the failure…
Union Demands Concrete Tax Reform Timetable by 2027
During a top meeting of the CDU, CSU, and SPD, members of the Union coalition are demanding a…
German Environment Minister Demands Manufacturer Responsibility for Used Clothes Waste
North Rhine-Westphalia Environment Minister Oliver Krischer (The Greens) is pushing for the implementation of a comprehensive textile law.…
Doctor Criticizes Ministry Over Health Costs While Proposing Compromise
At the start of the German Medical Day in Hanover, Klaus Reinhardt, the President of the German Medical…
Reiche’s Wind Power Plans Could Cost Billions in Added Costs
Potential changes introduced by the so-called Redispatch reserves, which were planned by Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina…
German Finance Minister Defends Higher Debt Citing Costs of Inaction
Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) defended the continued high level of government debt, arguing that maintaining this…
Greens Demand Income Tax Reform Targeting Lower And Middle Incomes
Following the federal government’s failed proposal for a €1,000 “relief bonus” at the Bundesrat (Federal Council), Green Party…
Müller Demands Targeted Relief After Failing Union Initiative
Sepp Müller, the CDU’s deputy chair, stated that following the failure of the “relief premium” stimulus, the party…
Ukraine Rejects Schröder Mediator Role After Putin Proposal
The Ukrainian Ambassador to Germany, Oleksij Makejew, has strongly rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin’s suggestion that former Chancellor…
SPD Leader Calls for Broad Social Consensus on Major Reform Package
SPD General Secretary Tim Klüssendorf has called for a renewed focus on developing a large-scale reform package for…
Starmer Refuses Resignation Amid Growing Political Pressure
Facing mounting pressure, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated on Monday that he would “not give up” the…
Bund Extends Job Security for Schwedt Refinery Until 2026
The federal government has decided to extend the employment guarantee for the Schwedt refinery in Brandenburg for six…
CDU Leader Wegner Demands Major Change in Handling of AfD
Berlin’s current Mayor, Kai Wegner, suggests that the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) should adopt a different approach to…
Germany Rejects Schröder for Ukraine Peace Talks With Kremlin Stalwart
The German government indicated on Monday that former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder is not positioned to negotiate the conflict…
Germany Declares Extra Conference Of State Premiers Unnecessary
The federal government has rejected the call for additional meetings among the state premiers (Ministerpräsidenten-Konferenzen) as part of…
Verdi Slams Government Health Cuts Calling For Stronger Healthcare Funding
The service union Verdi has sharply criticized the federal government’s proposed cutbacks across the healthcare system. Sylvia Bühler,…
Felbermayr Praises Halt On Alleged Tax Relief Spending
Gabriel Felbermayr, proponents of a new economic approach, welcomed the Federal Council’s decision to halt the planned “relief…
Saxony-Anhalt Interior Minister Plans AI Use for Crime Crime Detection
To gain early indications of criminal activity, the police force in Sachsen-Anhalt plans to analyze public behavior using…
Hubig Slams Söder Over Canceled Relief Bonus
Federal Minister of Justice Stefanie Hubig (SPD) criticized CSU leader Markus Söder regarding the cancellation of the “relief…
Family Sociologist Slams Government Austerity Cuts Neglecting Social Needs
Family expert Michaela Kreyenfeld expressed concern that the government’s austerity measures are causing important social issues and policies…
Rasmussen Calls For Militarily Independent Europe Boosting NATO’s Role
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen recently argued that Europe must achieve stronger military self-sufficiency. While maintaining…
Berlin Investigates Turkish Missiles as Replacement for US Tomahawk Missiles
Following the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump that long-range Tomahawk missiles will no longer be stationed in…
Schulze Demands Harder Line For Citizens Benefit Recipients
Sven Schulze, the Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt and a CDU politician, has called for stricter measures and increased pressure…
GKV Chief Demands More State Funding to Ease Care Home Burden
Oliver Blatt, the Chairman of the Association of Statutory Health Insurance (GKV-Spitzenverband), is calling on both the federal…
German Farm Workers Lack Adequate Health Insurance Coverage
Pascal Meiser, the employment policy spokesperson for the Left faction in the Bundestag, has sharply criticized the inadequate…
Russia and Belarus Free Multiple Prisoners According to US Sources
According to U.S. reports, several detainees have been released from prisons in both Russia and Belarus. Speaking on…
Schwesig Slams Federal Government For Unprofessional Tax Relief Attempt
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern’s Prime Minister, Manuela Schwesig (SPD), sharply criticized the federal government for its unsuccessful attempt to push through…
Chancellor’s Office Plans Major Renovation of Gallery Space
Due to space constraints, the Federal Chancellery is planning a major reorganization of the so-called Chancellor’s Gallery. A…
Söder says Relief Premium Plan Canceled by CSU Leader
CSU leader Markus Söder stated that the so-called “relief premium” proposed by the SPD is no longer viable.…
Schulze Warns of Massive Turbulence After Potential AfD Landslide Victory
Saxony-Anhalt’s Minister President, Sven Schulze (CDU), warned about the far-reaching consequences of a potential surge for the AfD…
German CSU Official Christian Schmidt Resigns Bosnian Representative Post
Christian Schmidt (CSU) has announced his resignation as the High Representative for the community of states in Bosnia…
Özdemir Slams Federal Government Over Tax Policies
Cem Özdemir, the designated Prime Minister of Baden-Württemberg and a member of the Green Party, sharply criticized the…
New Domestic Violence Laws Could Bar Parents From Seeing Children
Stemming from a draft of the Ministry of Justice, plans are being advanced to potentially restrict a parent’s…
Czech Minister Rejects Plan for Sudeten German Day
Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka has strongly opposed the plan to hold the Sudeten German Day in Brno…
Czech Republic Rejects EU Reform Plans from Germany
The Czech Foreign Minister, Petr Macinka, rejected the EU reform plans proposed by his German counterpart, Johann Wadephul…
Digital Threats Surge Germany Faces Major Cyberattack Escalation
According to reports citing internal data from the Federal Ministry of the Interior, the digital threat facing Germany…
German Parties Split Over Schröder Plan Amid Moscow Signals
Advisories coming out of Moscow, along with the suggestion that former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder should take on a…
Reul Warns AfD Participation in Saxony-Anhalt Poses Security Risk
North Rhine-Westphalia’s Minister of the Interior, Herbert Reul (CDU), expressed deep concern regarding the possibility of the AfD…
Caritas Warns Caregiving Burden to Increase Despite Health Insurance Reform
Amidst ongoing discussions regarding the reform of long-term care insurance, the Caritas issues a warning about potential increased…
Sachsen-Anhalt Chief Minister Pushes for Gasoline Discount Extension
Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze (CDU), has advocated for the extension of the current fuel discount, while also…
SPD Officials Open to Putin’s Proposal Using Schröder as Ukraine Mediator
SPD foreign policy figures have indicated a willingness to seriously evaluate Vladimir Putin’s suggestion that former German Chancellor…
German Unions Tally Government Reforms From CDU and SPD
The leadership of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) is currently criticizing the reform plans put forward by…
Union Steigert Tempo Steuerreform Nach Scheitern Prämie
Following the failure of the relief premium, the CDU/CSU Union is accelerating efforts regarding the planned tax reform.…
Strack_Zimmermann Questions Schröder’s Role as Ukrainian Mediator After Putin Proposal
French politician Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, an MEP from the FDP, expressed considerable skepticism regarding Russia’s President Vladimir Putin’s suggestion…
Lauterbach Rules Out Pandemic Threat from Hantavirus For German Public
Former Health Minister Karl Lauterbach of the SPD stated that there is no current danger of a pandemic…
SPD Executive Announces More Citizen Relief After Council Failure
Following the failure of the relief premium in the Federal Council, SPD Deputy Parliamentary Group Leader Dirk Wiese…
Public Skepticism Challenges Government’s Migration Statements
According to a survey conducted by the opinion research institute Insa for “Bild am Sonntag”, statements made by…
Crafts Industry Head Warns Wealthy Earners Face Tax Burden From Reform
The President of German skilled crafts, Jörg Dittrich, has issued a warning regarding the potential burden placed on…
German Counties Demand Permanent Fuel Discount Program Extension
The German District Council Conference (DLT) is urgently calling for a rapid agreement on a continuation strategy for…
German Minister Promises Tighter Rent Control Regulations
Federal Minister of Justice Stefanie Hubig (SPD) has announced intentions to tighten regulations concerning the rent price brake.…
Germany’s Justice Minister Plans to Expand Murder Charges for Gender-Specific Killings
German Federal Minister of Justice, Stefanie Hubig (SPD), plans to refine the German Criminal Code specifically concerning what…
Sicherheitspolitiker warnen AfD-Regierung in Sachsen-Anhalt vor nationalen Sicherheitsrisiken
Leading politicians from both the Union (CDU) and the SPD warned of massive security risks for Germany should…
Péter Magyar Named Hungary’s Next Prime Minister
Péter Magyar, 45, has been elected the new Prime Minister of Hungary. He won the position on Saturday…
AfD Leads Union in Insa Survey Ahead of Major Political Shift
According to the latest “Sunday Trend” poll published by the Insa Institute, the AfD is now leading the…
Parliamentary Power Play Klöckner and Nouripour Aim to Halt Berlin Rebuild
The Bundestag President Julia Klöckner (CDU) and Deputy President Omid Nouripour (Greens) are advocating for the cancellation of…
Röttgen Calls Trump Peace Truce Meaningless Between Russia And Ukraine
According to CDU foreign affairs expert Norbert Röttgen, the three-day ceasefire in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine,…
Verdi Chief Warns SPD Against Socialism Deterioration
Ahead of the German Trade Union Confederation’s (DGB) congress beginning on Sunday, Verdi, the trade union representing the…