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Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

Ukraine and its allies want Russia to agree to an unconditional ceasefire of at least 30 days from Monday. If Moscow does not comply with the demand, stricter sanctions against Russia and more support to Ukraine are awaited.

Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

European Leaders Visit Kyiv for Talks with Zelensky on Ukraine Support

European leaders make a symbol-laden visit to Kyiv in connection with a new top meeting on Saturday. The continued support to Ukraine and the negotiations on ceasefire are on the agenda.

European Leaders Visit Kyiv for Talks with Zelensky on Ukraine Support

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

Waived sustainability requirements in the EU are desired by Germany's new Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz on a visit to Brussels. A more active Germany is promised in the EU.

Merz Proposes Ending EU Sustainability Requirements

Stockholm Stock Exchange Closes Slightly Higher

The Stockholm stock exchange rose slightly at the close following a relatively calm trade. The exchange fluctuated around the zero line during the day, and the broad OMXS index closed 0.

Stockholm Stock Exchange Closes Slightly Higher

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, demands "unconditional" ceasefire within 30 days. The Nordic ministers support the proposal for a 30-day armistice.

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, demands unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine within 30 days. .

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

World leaders are sensing future confidence and optimism in the election of Pope Leo XIV. The Pope "inspires the world through his commitment to peace and dialogue", writes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

Germany Orders Border Police to Reject Paperless Asylum Seekers

Germany's new government orders the border police to reject paperless migrants, including asylum seekers, announces Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt. Switzerland reacts negatively to the extended border surveillance.

Germany Orders Border Police to Reject Paperless Asylum Seekers

France and Germany Pledge Cooperation on Defense and Ukraine Support

France and Germany will work "hand in hand", says President Emmanuel Macron after a first meeting with the new Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Ukraine can rely on Germany and France, promises Merz.

France and Germany Pledge Cooperation on Defense and Ukraine Support

Merz Begins EU Tour with Key Meetings in France and Poland

The start was about to end in fiasco for the new Federal Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz. Now there is a chance for revenge in immediate top-level meetings with France and Poland.

Merz Begins EU Tour with Key Meetings in France and Poland

Can Friedrich Merz Build a Strong Relationship with Trump on the Golf Course

He was outmaneuvered by Angela Merkel and disappeared from politics. Now Friedrich Merz has got his final revenge.

Can Friedrich Merz Build a Strong Relationship with Trump on the Golf Course

German Bundestag Rejects Merz as Chancellor, Signaling Discontent

The German Bundestag does not put forward Friedrich Merz as the new Chancellor. The result is surprising.

German Bundestag Rejects Merz as Chancellor, Signaling Discontent

Friedrich Merz Elected German Chancellor, Celebrates with Cabinet Meeting and Beer

The Christian Democrat Friedrich Merz has been elected as Germany's new Chancellor, after the fiasco when he did not get enough votes in a first ballot. What a day it has been, says Merz who later in the evening can look forward to both a cabinet meeting and a well-chilled beer.

Friedrich Merz Elected German Chancellor, Celebrates with Cabinet Meeting and Beer

Stockholm Stock Exchange Drops Amid Central Bank and Political Uncertainty

The Stockholm stock exchange fell on Tuesday in uneasy trading ahead of several heavy central bank announcements during the week. German politics also loomed in the background.

Stockholm Stock Exchange Drops Amid Central Bank and Political Uncertainty

Boris Pistorius to Stay as Germany's Defense Minister

Germany's current Defence Minister Boris Pistorius will remain as Defence Minister in the new government, his party announced on Monday. .

Boris Pistorius to Stay as Germany's Defense Minister

SPD Approves Coalition, Paving Way for Merz as German Chancellor

Party members of Germany's social democratic party SPD have approved the government coalition with the Christian democratic CDU/CSU. .

SPD Approves Coalition, Paving Way for Merz as German Chancellor

Johann Wadephul Set to Become German Foreign Minister Amid Global Conflicts

Germany's intended government is taking shape. For the first time in nearly 60 years, a Christian democrat will become foreign minister.

Johann Wadephul Set to Become German Foreign Minister Amid Global Conflicts

Man Fined €4,500 for Hugging German Chancellor Scholz

The middle-aged man slipped past Olaf Scholz's bodyguards and gave Germany's Federal Chancellor a hug. But you don't do that unpunished – the 50-year-old has now been fined 4,500 euros (50,000 kronor).

Man Fined €4,500 for Hugging German Chancellor Scholz

Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days to Boost Trade Talks with EU

The USA is pausing tariffs for 90 days for countries that have not introduced retaliatory tariffs against the country, writes President Donald Trump on Truth Social. According to the White House, the pause is "universal" and thus also applies to the EU.

Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days to Boost Trade Talks with EU

Global Dynamics Speed Up German Coalition Formation

Just over six weeks after the German election, a coalition agreement is in place. That it went so fast can be due to the global situation, says political scientist Maria Thürk.

Global Dynamics Speed Up German Coalition Formation

Germany's New Coalition Looks to Sweden for Defense Inspiration

The German Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU) and Social Democrats (SPD) have agreed on a coalition agreement. The way is thus clear for Friedrich Merz to become Germany's next Federal Chancellor.

Germany's New Coalition Looks to Sweden for Defense Inspiration

German Coalition Talks Near Conclusion as CDU/CSU and SPD Finalize Details

The German government talks are very close to a solution, report German TV channels. CDU/CSU and SPD are said to be only details away from an agreement on a coalition government.

German Coalition Talks Near Conclusion as CDU/CSU and SPD Finalize Details

Germany Approves 500 Billion Euro Loan Package for Defense and Infrastructure

The German Federal Council has approved constitutional amendments that open up for loans of hundreds of billions of euros for defense and infrastructure. .

Germany Approves 500 Billion Euro Loan Package for Defense and Infrastructure

Germany's Major Loans Drive Up Interest Rates Across Europe

Long interest rates have already begun to rise in the wake of Germany's financial policy U-turn, which opens up for giant loans to defense and infrastructure. Inflation – also in Sweden – can in the long run also be pushed upwards.

Germany's Major Loans Drive Up Interest Rates Across Europe