Students Across Germany Protest Possible Return of Compulsory Military Service

By admin September 26, 2026 No comment

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School strikes and demonstrations are taking place across Germany in opposition to the possible reintroduction of compulsory military service. Protesters in cities including Hamburg, Berlin, Kiel and Frankfurt have called on the government to rule out mandatory service, with organisers saying more than 100 demonstrations are planned. Germany introduced a voluntary military

Germany’s Merz Clashes With AfD Leader After Far-Right Election Win

By admin September 10, 2026 No comment

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has clashed with AfD leader Alice Weidel in parliament following the far-right party’s major victory in Saxony-Anhalt. The AfD secured nearly 44% of the vote, while Merz’s conservative CDU saw its support fall sharply. Weidel called Merz’s coalition government a failure, while Merz described the AfD as a “destructive force” and […]

Germany Says New Debt Needed to Strengthen Defence

By admin September 8, 2026 No comment

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Germany needs to take on new debt to strengthen its defence and infrastructure, Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said while defending the government’s 2027 budget. He argued that increased borrowing is necessary to address growing security threats and years of underinvestment. Germany plans to borrow €838.2 billion between 2027 and 2030, while total investment is

Germany’s Far-Right AfD Seeks Historic State Power

By admin September 5, 2026 No comment

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Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is seeking a majority in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, hoping to gain government power for the first time at state level in post-war Germany. A strong result could also strengthen the party’s position ahead of its broader push for national influence. AfD candidate Ulrich Siegmund has dominated campaigning in […]

Germany Finalising Response to Suspected Leipzig Drone Attack

By admin August 31, 2026 No comment

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Sunday that Germany is finalising its response to the suspected drone attack near Leipzig/Halle airport earlier this month. He said the government was coordinating its actions with European Union and NATO partners, with an announcement expected in the coming days. The incident took place on August 4, when a […]

Pressure Grows on German Chancellor Merz After Cabinet Reshuffle

By admin July 29, 2026 No comment

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing growing political pressure after a cabinet reshuffle triggered internal divisions within his conservative CDU/CSU alliance. Lawmakers are set to vote on his nomination of Thorsten Frei as parliamentary faction leader, with the outcome expected to be closely watched as a measure of support for Merz’s leadership. The reshuffle

Berlin Pride Attack Suspect Killed

By admin July 27, 2026 No comment

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The man suspected of carrying out the deadly attack at Berlin Pride has been shot and killed during a police operation in the Spandau district of the German capital. Authorities said the 21-year-old suspect allegedly rushed at officers with a knife, prompting police to open fire. The attack, which involved a vehicle being driven into […]

German Investor Confidence Jumps in July

By admin July 21, 2026 No comment

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Investor confidence in Germany improved sharply in July, exceeding market expectations, according to the latest survey by the ZEW economic research institute. The economic sentiment index more than doubled to 26.3 points, up from 10.5 in June, outperforming analysts’ forecast of 17.5 points. ZEW President Achim Wambach said the stronger outlook reflects growing optimism

France and Germany Deepen Defence Ties to Boost Europe’s Security

By admin July 18, 2026 No comment

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France and Germany have agreed to strengthen their defence partnership as Europe seeks greater military autonomy amid evolving global security challenges. During a joint meeting in Bruehl, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to expand cooperation on missile defence, long-range strike systems and broader security

France Showcases Support for Ukraine at Bastille Day Parade

By admin July 14, 2026 No comment

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France used its annual Bastille Day parade to highlight European unity and support for Ukraine, with around 500 troops from the “Coalition of the Willing” marching along the Champs-Elysees in Paris. The parade also featured about 25 Ukrainian soldiers and came a day after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy joined more than 25 world leaders in Paris […]