Saudi Doctor Gets Life Sentence for German Christmas Market Attack

By admin June 26, 2026 No comment

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A German court has sentenced a Saudi psychiatrist to life in prison for driving a rented BMW into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg in December 2024, killing six people and injuring hundreds. The victims included five women aged between 45 and 75, as well as a nine-year-old boy. Prosecutors said the attack lasted just […]

German Business Activity Falls to 18-Month Low as Services Sector Weakens

By admin June 23, 2026 No comment

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Germany’s private sector activity contracted at its fastest pace in 18 months during June, according to the latest S&P Global survey. The Composite Flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dropped to 48.0 from 48.8 in May, falling short of market expectations and remaining below the 50-point mark that separates growth from contraction. The decline was driven […]

Bauhaus Becomes Flashpoint in Germany’s Cultural Battle Ahead of State Election

By admin June 22, 2026 No comment

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Germany’s iconic Bauhaus movement has become a focal point in a growing cultural debate ahead of September’s state election in Saxony-Anhalt, where the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is leading opinion polls. The party has pledged a “patriotic cultural policy” and argues that Bauhaus architecture represents rootless globalism rather than nationally grounded German

BMW Prepares Staff Talks After Profit Warning Amid China Slowdown and Rising Costs

By admin June 20, 2026 No comment

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German luxury carmaker BMW is preparing discussions with employee representatives after issuing its latest profit warning and announcing plans to accelerate efficiency measures. The company cited continued weakness in the Chinese market and rising costs linked to the conflict involving Iran as key reasons for the weaker outlook. Industry analysts believe BMW could consider

Europe’s Refugee Population Stabilises After Years of Rapid Growth

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Europe’s refugee and asylum-seeker population remained largely unchanged in 2025, marking the end of more than a decade of steady growth, according to a new migration report. The total number of refugees and asylum seekers across the European Union and Britain stood at 9.59 million, nearly identical to the 9.58 million recorded in 2024. The […]

Germany Sends Naval Ships Ahead of Possible Hormuz Mine-Clearing Mission

By admin June 18, 2026 No comment

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Germany has deployed two naval vessels, the minesweeper Fulda and support ship Mosel, toward the Red Sea as preparations begin for a potential international mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes after the recent U.S.-Iran peace agreement, with concerns remaining over mines that could threaten shipping routes and energy supplies. German Defence […]

Germany Rejects UniCredit’s Commerzbank Bid, Citing Low Valuation

By admin June 16, 2026 No comment

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Germany has formally rejected UniCredit’s takeover offer for Commerzbank, arguing that the bid undervalues the German lender and fails to provide an adequate premium for shareholders. The German government, which still owns a 12% stake in Commerzbank following the 2008 financial crisis, reaffirmed its opposition to the proposed merger and expressed concerns over

Germany Ends Joint Fighter Jet Project with France

By admin June 10, 2026 No comment

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Germany has decided to withdraw from the joint Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet programme with France, bringing an end to one of Europe’s most ambitious defence collaborations. Launched in 2017 by former German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron, the project aimed to strengthen European defence capabilities and reduce reliance on

Germany and France Abandon Joint Next-Generation Fighter Jet Project

By admin June 9, 2026 No comment

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Germany and France have agreed to end their ambitious joint project to develop a next-generation fighter jet after years of disagreements between key industry partners. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron concluded that there was little chance of resolving the deadlock between Airbus and Dassault Aviation, leading to the decision to scrap

German Carmakers Face Mounting Pressure Amid Global Auto Industry Shift

By admin June 5, 2026 No comment

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German automakers are losing momentum as global rivals gain ground, according to a new EY analysis. While major automotive groups worldwide posted a 2% increase in first-quarter revenue, German manufacturers recorded a 4% decline, reflecting growing challenges in key international markets. Industry experts point to a combination of factors behind the downturn, including