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World Leaders React to Trump’s Second Term: Praise,Concerns,and Renewed Focus on Global Partnerships

Global leaders expressed mixed reactions to Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized peace through strength, while NATO highlighted increased defense spending...

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German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis has allegedly cautioned Berlin that Donald Trump’s second term could undermine democracy in the US. In a confidential cable, Michaelis reportedly claimed Trump..

Germany and Turkey debate over origin of the Doner kebab

Germany's Scholz under fire for blocking extra €3 billion aid package for Ukraine

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and other lawmakers have criticised Chancellor Olaf Scholz for refusing further military aid to Kyiv.

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrives in Kyiv to underscore support for Ukraine

The surprise visit comes a day after Pistorius met with his counterparts from France, the UK, Italy and Poland to discuss coordinating their defence plans and assistance for Ukraine.

Pre-emptive culling continues as Berlin battles first outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in 35 years

More animals are continuing to be killed as a precautionary measure in Germany a few days after the first outbreak of the foot-and-mouth disease in more than 35 years.

Scholz tells voters he is against increase in defence budget

Other German politicians have equally rebuked US President-elect Donald Trump over his demand that NATO's European members should more than double their defence spending.

Hikers enjoy early morning walk in snowy landscape in the Harz mountain range in northern Germany

Hikers were seen enjoying an early morning walk in the snowy landscape of Brocken in the Harz mountain range in northern Germany on Monday morning.

Unemployment rates across EU in November 2024: How many people were jobless?

Although the EU unemployment rate remained stable in November 2024, women were more affected than men. Spain, France, and Germany recorded the highest numbers of unemployed individuals.

'Iran In Possession of Weapons Unknown To Enemies': Top Commander Threatens As Yemen War Escalates

Iran’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Brigadier General Ashtiani, has revealed that the country possesses a range of undisclosed weapons that its enemies, including the U.S. and Israel, are unaware of. These..

How fake news about the Magdeburg attack is spreading ahead of the German elections

Some politicians and social media users have been accused of using the incident for political gain.

Germany's AfD party confirms Alice Weidel as its candidate for chancellor

Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD, party confirms Alice Weidel as its candidate for chancellor.

The Musk effect: Could the X owner actually impact Germany’s election?

The tech billionaire’s comments online have caused Germany’s government to claim he was ‘interfering’ in the country’s upcoming elections – but it's unclear yet if his efforts would have a..

Elon Musk's Full Conversation: Musk Makes Controversial Comments on Hitler & Russia-Ukraine War

Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has hosted a lengthy conversation with the co-leader of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, Alice Weidel. Up 150 experts were expected to monitor the talk..

Germany's Liberal Democrat leader victim of patisserie attack

During a campaign speech on Thursday 9 January, Liberal Democrat leader and former German finance minister Christian Lindner was the target of a politically motivated prank attack.

10,000 people evacuated in Germany after discovery of WWII bomb

The city of Dresden was the site of some of the most devastating bombing campaigns of the Second World War.

Germany's Greens, CSU kick off election campaigns ahead of 23 February vote

German parties launch campaigns ahead of the country’s upcoming federal elections set for 23 February.

How do America's poorest states compare to Europe's largest economies?

The poorest US state has a higher GDP per capita than Europe’s top economies, except for Germany. Is this set to continue being the case in 2025?

Scholz condemns Musk's support for far-right AfD

German government officials previously accused Musk of election interference as his endorsement comes weeks ahead of the country's general elections in February.

Several flights cancelled across Germany as extreme winter weather brings widespread disruption

Frankfurt airport cancelled 120 planned takeoffs and landings on Sunday due to clearance work on runways and reduced visibility, while Munich airport also operated at limited capacity due to the..

Christmas trees on the menu at Berlin Zoo

The elephants and giraffes at the German capital's zoo were able to enjoy unsold Christmas trees.

German and French foreign ministers in Syria for first official visit from EU countries

Annalena Baerbock and Jean-Noël Barrot hope to show a "new beginning" is possible between Europe and Syria.

Germany New Year Violence: Violent Mob Attacks Cops and Firefighters; Five Dead, Hundreds Arrested

Germany's New Year celebrations turned deadly as violent mobs targeted police officers and firefighters, resulting in five fatalities, numerous injuries, and hundreds of arrests. The unrest, which..

Hardy swimmers brave chilly waters with traditional New Year's dip

In Germany and Italy, people took part in unique traditions to welcome 2025, including daring swimming and diving events.

Five killed and hundreds arrested in Germany after New Year's Eve chaos

The country's raucous New Year's Eve celebrations were marred by tragic accidents and riots in several cities.