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fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

Why Germany's new goverment is already facing a black hole in its budget

Germany anticipates a significant tax revenue shortfall from 2025 to 2029, impacting government budget and plans for infrastructure and defense spending.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany backs 5% NATO defense spending target DW 05/15/2025

Germany agrees in principle to increase NATO defense spending to 5% of GDP, acknowledging the challenge that presents.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany bans far-right 'Kingdom of Germany' group DW 05/13/2025

Peter Fitzek and three others were arrested for leading the 'Kingdom of Germany,' a group opposing the legitimacy of the German state.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Germany announces plan to meet Trump's NATO spending target

Germany plans to significantly increase defense spending to 5% of GDP in response to U.S. demands, marking a historic shift in military policy.
fromSpiegel
6 days ago
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Compendium of Extremism: A Look inside the Report Documenting the AfD's Right-Wing Radicalism

Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

Why Germany's new goverment is already facing a black hole in its budget

Germany anticipates a significant tax revenue shortfall from 2025 to 2029, impacting government budget and plans for infrastructure and defense spending.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany backs 5% NATO defense spending target DW 05/15/2025

Germany agrees in principle to increase NATO defense spending to 5% of GDP, acknowledging the challenge that presents.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany bans far-right 'Kingdom of Germany' group DW 05/13/2025

Peter Fitzek and three others were arrested for leading the 'Kingdom of Germany,' a group opposing the legitimacy of the German state.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Germany announces plan to meet Trump's NATO spending target

Germany plans to significantly increase defense spending to 5% of GDP in response to U.S. demands, marking a historic shift in military policy.
Germany politics
fromSpiegel
6 days ago

Compendium of Extremism: A Look inside the Report Documenting the AfD's Right-Wing Radicalism

The AfD party's rhetoric includes extreme nationalism, threats of violence against the government, and alarmist claims about societal issues.
#nato
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fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany and other EU countries are bulking up militaries DW 05/18/2025

Germany agrees to invest 5% of GDP in defense, marking a significant shift in its security policy.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany and other EU countries are bulking up militaries DW 05/18/2025

Germany agrees to invest 5% of GDP in defense, marking a significant shift in its security policy.
#ukraine-conflict
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for renewed Franco-German cooperation

Closer Franco-German cooperation is essential for addressing Europe's security and economic challenges.
Merz calls for joint initiatives between France and Germany to enhance defense policies amidst regional instability.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Ukraine: European leaders phone Trump before call with Putin DW 05/19/2025

International leaders emphasize the need for a ceasefire and peace in Ukraine during discussions with Trump.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for renewed Franco-German cooperation

Closer Franco-German cooperation is essential for addressing Europe's security and economic challenges.
Merz calls for joint initiatives between France and Germany to enhance defense policies amidst regional instability.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Ukraine: European leaders phone Trump before call with Putin DW 05/19/2025

International leaders emphasize the need for a ceasefire and peace in Ukraine during discussions with Trump.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Friedrich Merz arrives as a humbled new German chancellor but that may not be the worst way to start | Jorg Lau

German politics shows emerging instability as new chancellor Friedrich Merz's term begins with unexpected challenges and reliance on unlikely political allies.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Merz to set out plans for Germany in first Bundestag address as chancellor

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to address scrutiny with a significant inaugural statement outlining government plans.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Video. Friedrich Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris

Germany strengthens ties with France and Poland to unify Europe on Ukraine and trade under Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

New chancellor, new hopes: Friedrich Merz debuts in Brussels DW 05/09/2025

Chancellor Merz's visit emphasizes unity and swift action on trade, defense, and migration in Europe.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Five things we learned from Merz's first speech as German Chancellor

Chancellor Merz's inaugural address revealed plans for cautious economic reforms, with mixed signals on tax relief for workers and no guarantee for a minimum wage increase.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany updates: Chancellor Merz meets Italy's Meloni DW 05/17/2025

Chancellor Merz aims to strengthen German-Italian relations during his first official visit to Rome.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Friedrich Merz arrives as a humbled new German chancellor but that may not be the worst way to start | Jorg Lau

German politics shows emerging instability as new chancellor Friedrich Merz's term begins with unexpected challenges and reliance on unlikely political allies.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Merz to set out plans for Germany in first Bundestag address as chancellor

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to address scrutiny with a significant inaugural statement outlining government plans.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Video. Friedrich Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris

Germany strengthens ties with France and Poland to unify Europe on Ukraine and trade under Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

New chancellor, new hopes: Friedrich Merz debuts in Brussels DW 05/09/2025

Chancellor Merz's visit emphasizes unity and swift action on trade, defense, and migration in Europe.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Five things we learned from Merz's first speech as German Chancellor

Chancellor Merz's inaugural address revealed plans for cautious economic reforms, with mixed signals on tax relief for workers and no guarantee for a minimum wage increase.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany updates: Chancellor Merz meets Italy's Meloni DW 05/17/2025

Chancellor Merz aims to strengthen German-Italian relations during his first official visit to Rome.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
4 days ago

Exclusive: Israeli proposal details possible plan to rule Gaza

Israel proposes a new governance plan for Gaza post-Hamas, emphasizing security and infrastructure while excluding Palestinian sovereignty.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
4 days ago

The Causes of WWI

The consensus of most historians today is that WWI was not started by a single nation, but that the coming of war was, in the end, the collective responsibility of all parties involved.
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fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Germany's Social Democrats to tap Labor Minister Barbel Bas to help lead party

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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Belgian parliament scraps nuclear phaseout plan DW 05/15/2025

"The Federal Parliament has just turned the page on two decades of blockages and hesitation to pave the way for a realistic and resilient energy model," Energy Minister Mathieu Bihet said. "This is not just an energy reform; it is a decisive step for the economic, environmental, and strategic future of our country."
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany grapples with how to deal with far-right AfD DW 05/11/2025

The AfD is classified as 'confirmed right-wing extremist' by German intelligence, but it challenges this classification legally.
Germany politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Germany Can't Ban Its Way to Democracy

The AfD's rise showcases tensions between democracy and extremism in Germany, raising questions about legitimacy and system integrity.
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Germany's Merz softens skepticism of US role in NATO after meeting Rutte

Germany politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Germany tightens border policy in 'signal' to world, interior minister says

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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

What lies ahead for the new German government? DW 05/10/2025

The new coalition in Germany reflects a shift towards center-right policies, emphasizing economic strength and migration control amidst resistance from the SPD to significant changes.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany: New Merz cabinet raises concerns over lobbying DW 05/11/2025

Chancellor Merz's cabinet appointments signal a shift towards greater integration of business leaders in German politics.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Johann Wadephul is Germany's new foreign minister DW 05/09/2025

Johann Wadephul becomes Germany's foreign minister, marking the CDU's return to this role after 60 years.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany's socialist Left Party is flying high DW 05/09/2025

The Left Party's unexpected electoral success indicates a significant shift in political sentiment, especially among younger voters.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

What lies ahead for the new German government? DW 05/10/2025

The new coalition in Germany reflects a shift towards center-right policies, emphasizing economic strength and migration control amidst resistance from the SPD to significant changes.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany: New Merz cabinet raises concerns over lobbying DW 05/11/2025

Chancellor Merz's cabinet appointments signal a shift towards greater integration of business leaders in German politics.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Germany's new finance minister, 'bridge-builder' Lars Klingbeil

Klingbeil now controls significant government spending despite losing the election, highlighting a partnership with conservative Chancellor Merz.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Inside Germany: A rocky start for the new government and the 'unfriendliest' cities

Germany's new Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced unexpected challenges in securing votes but ultimately was elected after a second attempt.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany and Israel marks anniversary in the shadow of war DW 05/11/2025

The establishment of diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel 60 years ago was a response to the Holocaust and remains significant amid ongoing challenges.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Basic income study in Germany finds recipients still worked even as they collected no-strings-attached checks

Contrary to widespread claims, receiving a universal basic income was not a reason for participants in the study to quit their jobs.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.ch
3 years ago

Why do the Swiss guard the Vatican?

The history of the Swiss Guards at the Vatican dates back to 1506 when Pope Julius II hired them, recognizing their discipline and military skills.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

80th anniversary of the end of World War II: How does a country fall into the abyss of hatred?

The 80th anniversary of WWII's end highlights unresolved questions and the ongoing exploration of moral implications post-conflict.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany's new Foreign Minister Wadephul makes EU debut DW 05/08/2025

Wadephul is set to strengthen Germany's ties with France and Poland, emphasizing collaborative action in Europe.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

A filmmaker in Nazi Germany strikes a deal with the devil in 'The Director'

In Kehlmann's reimagining, Goebbels cunningly wields a stick and a carrot: alternates the accusation that Pabst was a Communist with appeals to Pabst's ego, bruised by Hollywood's treatment.
Germany politics
fromSpiegel
5 months ago

Angela Merkel's Memoirs: An Interview with the Former Chancellor about Her Tenure

When a person owns 60 percent of all satellites in orbit, as Elon Musk does, that is something that must concern all of us, in addition to the political issues.
Germany politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

'Cheap' solar and wind is a lie, green countries pay more!

In Germany and the UK, the increase of green power in the energy mix has led to higher utility bills instead of the anticipated savings.
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