After this weekend's attack on a Pride event in Berlin, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is promising "consequences." Criticism is growing of the authorities' and judiciary's handling of the suspected perpetrator in this weekend's attack on a Pride event in Berlin.
WorldFormer Christian Democratic Health Minister Jens Spahn is facing harsh criticism after becoming a parent through surrogacy, despite the practice being banned in Germany.
World politicsChancellor Friedrich Merz says Germany will take part in a French nuclear exercise later this year, after a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.
WorldThe United States has given the green light for Germany to buy Tomahawk missiles, Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced.
ConflictsGermany wants to make Ukraine an "associate member" of the EU - without voting rights but with a seat at summits and in the European Parliament. "We do not have time for further delays," writes Chancellor Friedrich Merz in a letter to EU leaders.
ConflictsGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz praises Sweden during a visit to the Moderates. He highlights the fight against gangs, the military buildup, and the government opening more bars.
Swedish politicsGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the US lacks a "convincing strategy" and is being "humiliated" by Iran.
World politicsFor decades, Germany's intelligence service, the BND, has been kept under tight control, with dark historical experiences in mind. Now German agents are set to receive more funding and expanded powers. "I don't think the Germans fully trust the Americans," intelligence expert Jörgen Holmlund says.
WorldFor decades, Germany's intelligence service, the BND, has been kept under tight control in light of dark historical experiences. Now German agents are to receive more funding and increased powers. "I don't think the Germans fully trust the Americans," says intelligence expert Jörgen Holmlund.
WorldAfter decades of economic weakness and unstable governments, Italy is emerging as an increasingly important political engine in the EU. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni could be the next EU leader in Brussels.
WorldAfter decades of a shaky economy and weak governments, Italy is emerging as an increasingly important political engine in the EU. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni could become the next EU leader in Brussels.
WorldThe German chancellor predicts the Iranian regime will fall soon.
WorldThe talks between the United States and Ukraine in Berlin have been successful, according to both Ukraine and the United States, as well as the host country, Germany. At dinner tonight, several European leaders have agreed with the US envoy on an international force in Ukraine. I think we are closer now than ever before, says President Donald Trump in Washington.
ConflictsUS President Donald Trump has been informed of European counter-proposals on Ukraine, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced. Trump could possibly come to Europe next week.
World politicsGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz is sharply criticizing the US's new national security strategy.
WorldUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with key European leaders in both London and Brussels on Monday. Difficult issues around territories and security guarantees remain to be resolved within the framework of the peace negotiations.
WorldThe US is reportedly lobbying several EU countries in an attempt to block the use of frozen Russian state assets to help Ukraine. Russia, in turn, is threatening consequences “forever.”
WorldBelgium is raising its voice further in its opposition to the EU using frozen Russian assets for a billion-dollar loan to Ukraine. But Germany is making new attempts to convince its neighbor.
WorldUkraine and its European allies are rejecting the main features of the US peace plan. President Donald Trump is demanding answers on Thursday, while Russian leader Vladimir Putin is threatening a new offensive if Ukraine rejects the peace plan. This is one of the most difficult moments in our country's history, Zelensky says, warning that Ukraine's relationship with the US could be lost.
World politicsAs Russian bombs fall on Ukraine, European leaders are discussing how frozen Russian billions can be used to help the country survive. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) hopes for a breakthrough at the EU summit in December – and calls for more perseverance from the White House.
Swedish politicsGermany's Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to scrap the EU's 2035 deadline for when new petrol and diesel cars will be banned. The move comes against the backdrop of the crisis in the German automotive industry.
CarsRussia warns that every aggression or action directed against Russian interests will be followed by a "powerful response". The warning came from Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov when he held Russia's speech in the UN General Assembly, where he also attacked Germany's Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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