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Is the Far-Right’s Reign Over?
A recent survey by Forsa has shown a resurgence in public support for the Union, with the CDU…
We’ll Bring You Home, If You Want to Leave
Germany Offers Assistance to Citizens Leaving Israel Amid Tensions German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has assured all German…
Kretschmann Blocks Billion-Euro Tax Break for Companies
In a move that has sparked debate, the Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, Winfried Kretschmann, has announced that the state…
German Leader’s Shocking Warning
German Minister President Warns of Growing Anti-EU Sentiment in Germany In a recent interview with Politico, Saxony’s Minister…
US Won’t Intervene in Middle East Conflict, Germany Warns Iran to Negotiate
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is convinced that the United States will not militarily intervene in the conflict…
G7 Summit Implodes as Trump Ditches Ukraine, Iran in the Cold
The G7 Summit in the Canadian Rocky Mountains has concluded its first day, with a largely harmonious tone,…
ELECTRICITY REVOLUTION: Saxon PM Demands a Fixed Price of 5-9 Cents per kWh to Save the German Economy
German State Premier Demands Cap on Industrial Electricity Prices The premier of the German state of Saxony, Michael…
Middle East Conflict Spills Over?
A German Politician Warns of Potential Escalation of Middle East Conflict in Germany In a recent interview, the…
CCS Plans Spark Outrage Among Environmentalists
Germany’s Economic Minister, Katherina Reiche, is facing criticism for her plans to allow the separation and storage of…
G7 Leaders Unite in Unprecedented Show of Bipartisanship Amid Global Chaos
G7 Leaders Unite on Middle East Crisis, Emphasizing Israel’s Right to Defend Itself and the Protection of Civilian…
What’s Behind the Sudden Exit?
Washington D.C. – In a sudden and unexpected move, United States President Donald Trump departed the G7 summit…
Tariff Tango: US and UK Sign Historic Deal, But What’s the Real Price?
Washington and London have formally concluded a trade agreement, as announced a few weeks ago. US President Donald…
CDU’s Descent: AfD Surges to the Top in Latest Poll
A recent poll by the Insa Institute, cited in the German newspaper Bild, suggests a decline in the…
A Winning Formula for the New Chancellor?
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to US President Donald Trump has seemingly helped him present himself as a…
Greenland’s Priceless: Not for Sale, But for a New Era of Equality
Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has reiterated that the island nation is not for sale, in response to…
‘WHO ORDERS, PAYS’ FINANCE MINISTER’S THREAT
German Finance Minister Criticizes Federal Government’s Plans and Calls for Reform In a recent interview, Danyal Bayaz, the…
Most Germans Want Merz to Call Putin, Survey Finds
German public opinion on Vladimir Putin’s stance in the Ukraine war has not changed since Russia’s invasion in…
Germany’s Quest for the Least Restrictions?
Berlin, Germany – The German government remains optimistic about a swift resolution in the ongoing trade dispute between…
Berlin’s Russian House Gets a Free Pass
The German government has revealed that it will pay the property tax for the controversial “Russian House” on…
Will a Working Group Save Germany’s Democracy?
A German political party, the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD), has called for the creation of a…
I’ll Make the Party Win in 2026 Berlin Election
Berlin’s Former Mayor, Franziska Giffey, Aims to Lead SPD to Victory in 2026 Elections Berlin’s former mayor, Franziska…
G7 Summit: A Crucial Test for the New German Chancellor?
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Faces Crucial G7 Summit and NATO Meeting As the new German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz,…
CDU Leader Demands Fairer Share for Municipalities
In a bid to rebalance the distribution of value-added tax revenue, the leader of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union…
War’s Endgame: Germany’s Top Diplomat Seeks Middle East Peace Breakthrough
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, a member of the Christian Democratic Union, believes a diplomatic solution is possible…
G7 Summit: Merz’s Marathon of Meetings
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has started the extended G7 summit in Canada with bilateral talks. Upon his arrival,…
New Memorial for Poles in the Shadow of the Past
Berlin, Germany – The German Minister of Culture, Wolfram Weimer, officially opened a new memorial in the city…
States Demand Fair Share of Federal Stimulus
German State Leaders Urge Federal Support for Local Governments Ahead of the minister-presidents’ conference on Wednesday, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern’s Minister-President,…
GERMANY’S LAST HOPE FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST?
Germany Urged to Pursue Diplomatic Initiatives in Iran and Israel Crisis Germany’s foreign policy spokesperson for the Social…
A Billion-Euro Scandal Unfolds
A German politician, Jens Spahn, is facing increasing pressure in a scandal surrounding the procurement of masks during…
Union Cranks Up Pressure on Pistorius
German Defense Official Urges Swift Passage of Compulsory Military Service Bill Thomas Erndl, the defense policy spokesperson of…
G7 Summit: Merz Aims to Stop Iran’s ‘Atomic Bomb’ and Protect Israel’s Existence
Canadian Summit a Platform for German Chancellor to Discuss Middle East Tensions German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set…
German MP’s Shocking Account from the Frontlines!
Israeli Conflict Escalates, German Politician Seeks Safety in Tel Aviv Hotel Sebastian Roloff, a German member of the…
BOMBSHELL: Oman’s Sultan in Secret Talks as Iran Crisis Escalates
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), held a telephone conversation with the Sultan of…
Can a Makeover Save the German Military?
A German Parliament’s Defense Commissioner, Henning Otte, believes the German Armed Forces must become a more attractive employer…
The Unseen Toll of Service Revealed
A German politician has called for a more open and honest approach to the experiences of Bundeswehr soldiers,…
‘It Must Move Quickly’!
Germany’s Coalition Urged to Move Swiftly on Citizen’s Allowance Reform The leader of the Christian Democratic Union’s (CDU)…
Hubertz’s Construction Ambitions
Minister of Federal Building, Verena Hubertz, Stands Firm on Green Energy Targets for New Heating Systems Despite the…
Germany’s Middle East Power Vacuum Exposed
German Inaction in the Middle East a Concern, Says CDU/CSU Deputy Leader In a recent interview, Norbert Röttgen,…
Germany Warns of Catastrophic Escalation
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul’s Saudi Arabia Visit Highlights Regional Tensions German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, of the…
The Countdown to War?
German Politician Defends Israel’s Actions Against Iran, Urges Nuclear Program Halt Jens Spahn, the leader of the Christian…
Breaking: Germany Stands Alone in EU, Blocks Anti-Corruption Reforms.
The European Union’s anti-corruption directive has faced strong opposition from the German government, according to a confidential document…
Germany’s Family Minister Blasts Own Party, Calls for End to Polarization in Election Campaign
Minister of Education and Family Affairs Karin Prien Criticizes Party Behavior in Election Campaign In a recent interview,…
Federal Commissioner Demands Urgent Reform and Equipment Boost
A German Defense Official Urges Faster Military Modernization The German Bundestag’s Defense Commissioner, Henning Otte, has called for…
EU Leaders Unite with Netanyahu in Backing Israel’s ‘Self-Defense’ Strike
European Union Leaders Stand in Solidarity with Israeli Government Following Airstrikes on Iran Top European Union officials have…
Germany’s Top Diplomat Backs Israel’s Nuke Strike
German Politician Expresses Understanding for Israeli Attack on Iranian Nuclear Sites The Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee…
Abolishing Family Reservations Sparks Outrage
Environmental Minister Urges Reversal of Family Reservation Cancellation Germany’s Federal Environment Minister, Carsten Schneider of the Social Democratic…
‘I Have Nothing to Hide, Let’s Learn from the Pandemic’
In a recent interview, former German Health Minister and current leader of the Union’s parliamentary group, Jens Spahn,…
‘We’re Not Looking at the Greens, They Need to Find Their Own Role Again’
In a recent interview, the leader of the German Green Party, Franziska Brantner, criticized the Left Party, accusing…
MERZ 2023: The Chancellor’s Re-Election Bid is a Done Deal?
Berlin, Germany – The leader of the Christian Democratic Union’s (CDU) parliamentary group, Jens Spahn, expressed confidence that…
Young People, the Future of the Red Cross is in Your Hands!
Germany’s Health Minister, Nina Warken, has appealed to young people to donate blood, particularly on World Blood Donor…
SPD’s Radical Plan for a Universal Basic Endowment
A proposal to introduce a universal basic endowment for all citizens has been put forward by the SPD…
New Demands on Soldiers as Threats Intensify
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius Pays Tribute to German Military on First Veterans’ Day In a statement marking the…
Bundestag President Pushes for Mandatory Service
German Federal Parliament President Julia Klöckner Advocates for General Service Obligation and Reintroduction of Military Conscription German Federal…
Bundestag’s Fashion Police on the Hunt
German Federal Parliament President Julia Klöckner Calls for More Professional Attire in the Plenary Hall German Federal Parliament…
A Last Stand for German Democracy?
German Interior Minister Thomas Strobl of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in the state of Baden-Württemberg emphasizes the…
A Billion Euros on the Table
The German federal government is expected to allocate over one billion euros for integration courses in the current…
Netanyahu’s Bold Plea for Freedom
In a rare direct address, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to the Iranian people, following a major…
UN Conference Brings Rules to the High Seas?
International Community Commits to Ambitious Ocean Conservation at UN Conference in Nice The United Nations Ocean Conference in…
Could Europe’s Peace be Compromised by a New Middle East Arms Race?
In the aftermath of the escalated conflict between Israel and Iran, Jürgen Hardt, the foreign policy spokesperson of…
Foreign Minister Scrambles to Re-Rout Trip Amid Israel-Iran Tensions
In the wake of Israel’s military strikes in Iran, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has altered the course…
WORLD WAR 3 IMMINENT? Netanyahu’s Secret Talks with Trump and Putin After Iran Strikes Raise Tensions
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced plans to hold talks with US President Donald Trump and Russian…
Deutsche Bahn Abolishes Family Reservation, Parents Left in the Lurch
German Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder has announced that he will not intervene in the decision to abolish the…
Germany’s Transport Ministers Head for a Showdown Over the Future of the Germany Ticket
German states to discuss the future of the Germany ticket at a special meeting of transport ministers, likely…
75 Billion Euros or the Whole System Crashes
A push for a greater share of the infrastructure special fund is being made by local authorities, who…
Deutsche Bahn’s Shocking Price Hike
German Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig Urges Reconsideration of Family Seat Reservations by Deutsche Bahn German Justice Minister Stefanie…
Success in Numbers, but Controversy in the Shadows
Germany’s Federal Government Draws a Positive Conclusion for 2024 on the Visa Acceleration Action Plan, Despite a Significant…
Can a Debate on Peace Policy Save the Party from Oblivion?
In a move to revitalize the Social Democratic Party of Germany’s (SPD) stance on foreign policy, SPD foreign…
No Attack on Party Leadership, Says Minister-President
German Politician Assures Neutrality in Party’s Foreign Policy Manifest In a recent statement, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate, Alexander…
Stabilization Demanded by Now!
Social Welfare Organization Urges Swift Action to Secure Pension Levels The Social Welfare Organization of Germany, SoVD, is…
Railway Rip-Off: Left Party Demands Free Holidays on the Tracks
German Left Party Aims to Make Rail Travel More Affordable for Families The German Left Party is set…
SPD Warns Against Misguided Citizen’s Allowance Debate
German Politicians Warn Against Populist Debate on Citizen’s Allowance In the backdrop of repeated demands from the Christian…
Digital Tax: A Game-Changer for the Internet?
In a move aimed at reining in the overwhelming online advertising landscape, the German government is reportedly preparing…
SPD Leader Sets the Stage for a Defense Spending Clash
The SPD’s parliamentary group leader, Matthias Miersch, has expressed skepticism about increasing the percentage of defense spending, just…
A War of Words on Effectiveness?
A former SPD faction leader, Rolf Mützenich, has expressed criticism over Germany’s defense investments in the context of…
Tobacco Tax Bombshell: EU’s Shocking Plan to Price You Out of a Pack of Cigarettes
In a move to curb the consumption of tobacco, the European Commission has proposed increasing the tax on…
Punctuality and Quality Under Fire!
German Rail’s Weekend Timetable Change Sparks Call for Quality Overhaul As the German Rail’s (Deutsche Bahn) timetable change…
Ex-Finance Minister Huber’s Shocking Call to Arms
A former leader of the Christian Social Union in Bavaria, Erwin Huber, has advised the state government to…
Can a Ceasefire and Aid Bring Hope to the Region?
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul Reiterates Call for Ceasefire and Humanitarian Aid in Gaza In a statement made…
Free Speech Champion or AfD Enabler?
German politician Hubert Aiwanger, the deputy head of the Bavarian government and chairman of the Free Voters, has…
Merkel Secures Egypt’s Middle East Mediation, Gazan Crisis on the Table
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Engages in Telephone Call with Egyptian President Abd al-Fattah as-Sisi In a recent development,…
Germany’s Defense Minister Clears the Way for Reintroduction of Conscription
The German Defense Minister, Boris Pistorius, is paving the way for the reintroduction of conscription. A new draft…
Virtual Violence: The Silent Killer of Our Children’s Minds?
In a recent op-ed for the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, the CDU/CSU parliamentary group’s spokesperson for education, family, youth,…
Billions in New Aid Offered, Long-Range Rockets on the Table?
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced additional billion-euro aid for Ukraine during a visit to Kiev. The…
‘A VERY SAD DAY’ FOR THE NATION
Germany Offers Condolences to India Following Fatal Plane Crash Germany’s Federal President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has extended his condolences…
High-Ranking Officials Under Fire for Multi-Million Euro Waste
A new investigation by a special investigator at the Ministry of Health, former Justice State Secretary Margaretha Sudhof,…
War on Families or Just a Business Decision?
German Transport Minister Criticizes Deutsche Bahn’s Decision to Abolish Family Reservations The head of the Social Democratic Party’s…
Weller’s Departure Signals a New Era in Hospital Policy?
Minister of Health’s Office to Undergo Staff Changes The German Federal Ministry of Health (BMG) is set to…
No Final Verdict in Stefan Gelbhaar Scandal
In a long-awaited conclusion, the German Green Party has wrapped up its investigation into the alleged MeToo scandal…
Russia or Government?
In a debate surrounding a prominent SPD politician’s manifesto on reorienting Russia policy, the Saarland CDU leader, Stephan…
Is Appeasement the Answer?
A senior Social Democratic Party (SPD) official, Rolf Mützenich, has defended the ‘Peace Manifesto’ and his openness to…
Green Co-Chair Warns of Putin’s Delight
German Greens Co-Chair Criticizes SPD’s Lacking Unity on Foreign and Security Policy In a recent interview, Franziska Brantner,…
SPD’s Minister-President in Open Dispute with Party’s Radical Wing
In a recent interview with Politico, Saarland’s Minister-President Anke Rehlinger expressed her reservations about the “manifesto” of several…
A Recipe for Disaster?
As prominent Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) politicians call for a U-turn in the country’s security and…
Left Party Pushes for VAT Cuts on Essentials
German lawmakers’ push for tax cuts on essential goods and public transport amid rising costs The Left Party…
SPD-Ruled States Rebel Against US Software in German Police
Germany’s SPD-Governed States Oppose Palantir’s Use in Law Enforcement The SPD-governed states in Germany have expressed concerns over…
BORDER BATTLE: Justice Minister Demands Justification for Rejected Asylum Seekers
German Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig has called on her European Union counterpart, Alexander Dobrindt, to provide a swift…
‘Pay Back If You Leave’ – CDU’s New Rule
German politicians have proposed a new plan to make international medical students who leave the country after graduation…
‘Standing with Aggressors, Not the Attacked’?
German Greens Leader Criticizes SPD Politicians’ Call for Shift in Foreign Policy and Diplomacy with Russia German Greens…
Germany’s Justice Minister Demands Radical Change
German Minister of Justice Stefanie Hubig Urges Better Social Media Regulation Amid Rising Radicalization Concerns In the wake…
German Railways Abandons Family Reservations, Leaving Parents to Foot the Bill
German Greens’ Leader Criticizes Deutsche Bahn’s Decision to Scrap Discounted Family Booking The chair of the German Greens’…