East Germany's first freely elected parliament DW 03/14/2025CDU's electoral victory in East Germany led to significant political changes aimed at reunification with West Germany.
Germany: Left Party's Gregor Gysi in the Bundestag spotlight DW 03/24/2025Gregor Gysi, longest-serving member of the Bundestag, reflects on his political journey since German reunification.
Merkel recalls childhood, Putin, and Trump in new memoir DW 11/21/2024Angela Merkel's reflections reveal her resilience in the face of East Germany's oppressive regime and the unique challenges she faced as a female leader.
East Germany's first freely elected parliament DW 03/14/2025CDU's electoral victory in East Germany led to significant political changes aimed at reunification with West Germany.
Germany: Left Party's Gregor Gysi in the Bundestag spotlight DW 03/24/2025Gregor Gysi, longest-serving member of the Bundestag, reflects on his political journey since German reunification.
Merkel recalls childhood, Putin, and Trump in new memoir DW 11/21/2024Angela Merkel's reflections reveal her resilience in the face of East Germany's oppressive regime and the unique challenges she faced as a female leader.
A look back: East Germany's first freely elected parliament DW 03/17/2025The CDU's victory in East Germany signaled a shift toward reunification with West Germany.Sabine Bergmann-Pohl became a pivotal figure after the March 1990 election.
How women in East and West Germany struggled for equality DW 03/08/2025Women in communist East Germany had different social roles compared to women in capitalist West Germany due to state support for working mothers.
How a Demographic Doom Loop' Helped Germany's Far RightThe AfD's election success reflects rising far-right sentiment in Germany, exacerbated by immigration and economic challenges in certain regions.
This Intriguing New Horror Game Is Only Held Back By Your Sub-Tortoise SpeedsKarma: The Dark World is an unsettling psychological horror game revealing a dystopian reality in an alternate 1984 East Germany.
From division to unity: European Capitals of Culture 2025 DW 01/02/2025Chemnitz honors Karl Marx with a large bust and a historical name change, reflecting its communist past despite Marx never visiting the city.
Former Stasi official sentenced to 10 years for 1974 Berlin border murderA former Stasi officer was convicted for the murder of Polish man Czeslaw Kukuczka, highlighting the historical significance of accountability for state-sponsored violence.
As a former East German athlete doped by the state, I see how our past pain is fuelling the far right | Ines GeipelThe rise of the far right in eastern Germany is fueled by historical denial and political anger stemming from past dictatorships.
East Germany: A failed experiment in dictatorship DW 10/07/2024The GDR was established in 1949 as a result of post-WWII political divisions, contrasting sharply with West Germany's democratic framework.
Germany: Peace activist Friedrich Schorlemmer dies DW 09/10/2024Friedrich Schorlemmer, influential in East Germany's peaceful revolution, passed away at 80, leaving a legacy of advocating for democracy and civil rights.
Former Stasi secret police officer jailed for murder at Berlin Wall border crossingA former East German Stasi officer was convicted of murder for a 1974 shooting at the Berlin Wall.
Piecing Together the Secrets of the StasiAfter the fall of the Berlin Wall, efforts to restore East Germany's secret police records have been ongoing for thirty years.
Former Stasi official sentenced to 10 years for 1974 Berlin border murderA former Stasi officer was convicted for the murder of Polish man Czeslaw Kukuczka, highlighting the historical significance of accountability for state-sponsored violence.
As a former East German athlete doped by the state, I see how our past pain is fuelling the far right | Ines GeipelThe rise of the far right in eastern Germany is fueled by historical denial and political anger stemming from past dictatorships.
East Germany: A failed experiment in dictatorship DW 10/07/2024The GDR was established in 1949 as a result of post-WWII political divisions, contrasting sharply with West Germany's democratic framework.
Germany: Peace activist Friedrich Schorlemmer dies DW 09/10/2024Friedrich Schorlemmer, influential in East Germany's peaceful revolution, passed away at 80, leaving a legacy of advocating for democracy and civil rights.
Former Stasi secret police officer jailed for murder at Berlin Wall border crossingA former East German Stasi officer was convicted of murder for a 1974 shooting at the Berlin Wall.
Piecing Together the Secrets of the StasiAfter the fall of the Berlin Wall, efforts to restore East Germany's secret police records have been ongoing for thirty years.
Today in History: November 1, Seabiscuit wins Race of the CenturySeabiscuit's triumph over War Admiral in 1938 exemplified a significant moment in horse racing history, showcasing the sport's popularity and competitive spirit.
Ikea pledges 6 million to former prisoners of communist East Germany who were forced to build flat-pack furniture during the Cold WarIkea has agreed to pay millions to former political prisoners who were forced to work in East German factories from 1960 to 1990.
IKEA to compensate East German prisoners for forced labor DW 10/29/2024IKEA will contribute $6.5 million to compensate victims of East German dictatorship, reflecting on its historical ties with the GDR and acknowledging its past.
Ikea pledges 6 million to former prisoners of communist East Germany who were forced to build flat-pack furniture during the Cold WarIkea has agreed to pay millions to former political prisoners who were forced to work in East German factories from 1960 to 1990.
IKEA to compensate East German prisoners for forced labor DW 10/29/2024IKEA will contribute $6.5 million to compensate victims of East German dictatorship, reflecting on its historical ties with the GDR and acknowledging its past.
50 Years After Killing, a Berlin Court Convicts Stasi Officer of MurderElderly former Stasi officer sentenced for murder, reflecting on historical accountability for East Germany's oppressive regime.
Berlin: Prosecution seeks 12 years in Stasi murder trial DW 10/07/2024A former Stasi officer faces a 12-year prison sentence for the 1974 murder of Polish man Czesaw Kukuczka during a Cold War escape attempt.
Germany's Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker Prize DW 05/22/2024Jenny Erpenbeck and Michael Hofmann won the International Booker Prize for fiction for 'Kairos,' shining a light on historical complexities of East Germany beyond the Stasi.
50 years later, German Stasi agent convicted of murder gets 10 yearsAn 80-year-old former Stasi officer was convicted of murder for a killing that occurred 50 years ago, marking a significant historical moment.
German court jails former Stasi member for 1974 murder DW 10/14/2024A former East German secret police officer was sentenced to 10 years for the 1974 murder of a Polish man attempting to escape.
Verdict expected in trial of former Stasi officer accused of 1974 Berlin shootingA former East German officer faces trial for the 1974 murder of a Polish firefighter, highlighting the enduring consequences of state-sponsored violence.
50 Years After Killing, a Berlin Court Convicts Stasi Officer of MurderElderly former Stasi officer sentenced for murder, reflecting on historical accountability for East Germany's oppressive regime.
Berlin: Prosecution seeks 12 years in Stasi murder trial DW 10/07/2024A former Stasi officer faces a 12-year prison sentence for the 1974 murder of Polish man Czesaw Kukuczka during a Cold War escape attempt.
Germany's Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker Prize DW 05/22/2024Jenny Erpenbeck and Michael Hofmann won the International Booker Prize for fiction for 'Kairos,' shining a light on historical complexities of East Germany beyond the Stasi.
50 years later, German Stasi agent convicted of murder gets 10 yearsAn 80-year-old former Stasi officer was convicted of murder for a killing that occurred 50 years ago, marking a significant historical moment.
German court jails former Stasi member for 1974 murder DW 10/14/2024A former East German secret police officer was sentenced to 10 years for the 1974 murder of a Polish man attempting to escape.
Verdict expected in trial of former Stasi officer accused of 1974 Berlin shootingA former East German officer faces trial for the 1974 murder of a Polish firefighter, highlighting the enduring consequences of state-sponsored violence.
Greens struggle against far-right tide in eastern GermanyThe sandstone monument in East Germany symbolizes division as far-right AfD gains popularity ahead of crucial regional elections.
German businesses worried about far-right gains in the east DW 09/02/2024The AfD's rise in Thuringia and Saxony raises concerns about political stability and investor confidence in former East Germany.
Takeaways From East Germany's State ElectionsThe AfD's electoral success in East Germany highlights ongoing political divisions but is unlikely to significantly alter national politics.
Greens struggle against far-right tide in eastern GermanyThe sandstone monument in East Germany symbolizes division as far-right AfD gains popularity ahead of crucial regional elections.
German businesses worried about far-right gains in the east DW 09/02/2024The AfD's rise in Thuringia and Saxony raises concerns about political stability and investor confidence in former East Germany.
Takeaways From East Germany's State ElectionsThe AfD's electoral success in East Germany highlights ongoing political divisions but is unlikely to significantly alter national politics.
German far-right party AfD poised for state election victory in eastThe far-right AfD party became the largest political force in a German state parliament for the first time since World War II.
The Guardian view on Germany's disaffected east: a growing crisis for Olaf Scholz | EditorialThe SPD's win in Brandenburg underlines the importance of local issues in elections, particularly in the context of rising far-right support.
German far-right party AfD poised for state election victory in eastThe far-right AfD party became the largest political force in a German state parliament for the first time since World War II.
The Guardian view on Germany's disaffected east: a growing crisis for Olaf Scholz | EditorialThe SPD's win in Brandenburg underlines the importance of local issues in elections, particularly in the context of rising far-right support.
Russia's best friends in Germany: AfD and BSW DW 08/31/2024The BSW party champions a non-military approach and advocates for improved relations with Russia, positioning itself against US and NATO policies.
The East Rises in Germany, and So Does Political ExtremismAnna Wenske, a former East German worker, expresses discontent over societal support for refugees vs. her own struggles post-reunification.
Jenny Erpenbeck: Germany's least-known famous author DW 05/17/2024Jenny Erpenbeck is a renowned contemporary German author with global recognition despite not winning major German literary prizes.
Booker winner Jenny Erpenbeck: An East German perspective DW 05/22/2024Jenny Erpenbeck, a renowned German author, is more recognized internationally than in her home country due to potential cultural biases.
A Novelist Who Finds Inspiration in Germany's Tortured HistoryJenny Erpenbeck's writing reflects the complexities of German and Soviet history through the lives of her characters, shaped by her experience growing up in East Germany.
Jenny Erpenbeck: Germany's least-known famous author DW 05/17/2024Jenny Erpenbeck is a renowned contemporary German author with global recognition despite not winning major German literary prizes.
Booker winner Jenny Erpenbeck: An East German perspective DW 05/22/2024Jenny Erpenbeck, a renowned German author, is more recognized internationally than in her home country due to potential cultural biases.
A Novelist Who Finds Inspiration in Germany's Tortured HistoryJenny Erpenbeck's writing reflects the complexities of German and Soviet history through the lives of her characters, shaped by her experience growing up in East Germany.