Stranded Whale Rescued and Towed Toward North Sea

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A humpback whale stranded for over five weeks in shallow waters off Germany’s Baltic coast has been successfully moved using a specially adapted barge. The animal was coaxed into the water-filled vessel and is now being transported out of German waters toward the North Sea. The rescue effort drew widespread attention after earlier attempts to […]

German Economy Grows but Jobless Rate Crosses 3 Million

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Germany’s economy expanded more than expected in the first quarter of 2026, with gross domestic product rising by 0.3%, surpassing forecasts of 0.2%. The growth was mainly driven by stronger household consumption, increased government spending, and a rise in exports. However, the previous quarter’s growth was revised slightly downward, reflecting ongoing economic

Merz Says Ties with Trump Remain Strong Despite Iran Dispute

By admin April 29, 2026 No comment

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump remains positive despite a public disagreement over the Iran conflict. Speaking in Berlin, Merz acknowledged differences in opinion but stressed that communication between the two leaders continues. The dispute highlights broader tensions between the United States and its European NATO

German Economy Sees Q1 Growth but War Clouds Outlook

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Germany’s central bank, the Deutsche Bundesbank, said the country’s economy likely recorded modest growth in the first quarter, supported by solid industrial output and resilient services activity. Despite weakening consumer confidence toward the end of the quarter, exports and business-related services helped sustain overall momentum. However, the outlook for the second

Lufthansa Strike Disrupts Travel as City Airlines Secures Pay Deal

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Tens of thousands of passengers across Germany faced major travel disruptions as Lufthansa cabin crew and its regional unit CityLine staged a day-long strike, leading to widespread flight cancellations at key airports. The industrial action, organized by the UFO union, affected major hubs including Frankfurt and Munich, with Frankfurt Airport alone reporting around 580

Germany Suspends Approval Rule for Long Overseas Stays by Military-Age Men

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Germany has suspended a controversial requirement that men of military age seek approval for extended stays abroad, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius announced after public concern over new military service rules. The regulation, introduced under the Military Service Modernisation Act that took effect in January, had required males aged 17 and above to obtain permission

Rescuers Give Up on Stranded Whale off German Coast

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Rescue teams in Germany have ended efforts to save a stranded humpback whale after more than a week of attempts along the Baltic Sea coast. The whale, first trapped on a sandbank in March, was briefly freed but later swam into increasingly shallow waters near Poel Island, where it became stuck again. Experts say the […]

German Inflation Rises Amid Energy Shock from Iran Conflict

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Inflation increased to at least 2.5% across four German states in March, driven largely by rising energy prices linked to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. In North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s most populous state, annual inflation climbed to 2.7% from 1.8% in February. Similar increases were recorded in Bavaria, Baden-Wuerttemberg and Lower Saxony, signalling a

G7 Ministers Urge Immediate End to Civilian Attacks in Iran War

By admin March 28, 2026 No comment

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Foreign ministers of the G7 nations have called for an immediate halt to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure amid the ongoing Iran war, following a high-level meeting in France. In a joint statement, the ministers stressed the urgent need to reduce harm to civilian populations and protect critical infrastructure affected by the conflict. The […]

German Chancellor Merz Doubts U.S.-Israel Strategy in Iran War

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed doubts about whether the military actions by United States and Israel against Iran will achieve lasting success. Speaking at a conference in Berlin, Merz said he was unconvinced that there was a clear endgame to the conflict, which began with joint strikes on February 28 and has since escalated […]