Germany
Germany prepares for nationwide youth protests amid fears of extremist violence
German authorities are bracing for simultaneous student demonstrations organized by the GenZ regelt initiative, coordinating cross-border responses and security measures.
Suspect arrested over fire at Hitler’s ‘Eagle’s Nest’ retreat in Bavaria
A 33-year-old suspect has been detained after a major fire severely damaged the historic Eagle's Nest mountain retreat in Bavaria, with officials vowing to restore the site.
Germany to release 15 million barrels of emergency oil reserves
Germany is releasing up to 15 million barrels of emergency reserves, prioritizing diesel and heating oil first, following a G7 agreement.
Former German spy chief August Hanning arrested for treason and espionage
Germany's former foreign spy chief August Hanning and his ex-chief of staff have been arrested in a historic espionage probe involving thousands of leaked files.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announces 1.3 billion euro aid package in Kyiv
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced an aid package during a visit to Kyiv as Russian aerial attacks intensified across Ukraine.
German Chancellor Merz visits Kyiv as Russian strike hits bridge
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on an unannounced visit, sealing over €8.5 billion in bilateral deals as a Russian drone struck the city's Northern Bridge.
Women given free cycling shorts to prevent upskirting on Oktoberfest amusement ride
Women on Munich's historic Teufelsrad ride at Oktoberfest are being given free cycling shorts to shield them from upskirting following a viral video scandal.
Ukraine: Germany says Russia not shifting into negotiating mode
Germany's Foreign Office states that Russia shows no genuine pivot toward peace talks despite recent high-level diplomatic exchanges in Moscow.
Russia rejects German calls to ease escalation during UN meeting
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dismissed German calls for military de-escalation during a tense UN meeting, criticizing Berlin's role in Ukraine.
Heidenau council bans stumbling stone Holocaust memorials from public streets
A municipal council in eastern Germany has voted to ban new Stolpersteine Holocaust memorial stones from public pavements, sparking national outrage and political concern.
Germany investigates 105-year-old alleged Nazi POW camp guard
German prosecutors have opened an investigation into a 105-year-old man suspected of serving as a guard at a Nazi prisoner-of-war camp during World War II.
German Chancellor Merz secures parliamentary majority for pension bill
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz secured an absolute majority for a contentious pension reform package, overcoming internal coalition dissent.
Russia Orders Closure of German Consulate in St. Petersburg
Moscow has ordered the closure of Germany's consulate in St. Petersburg and all Goethe-Institut branches in retaliation for diplomatic expulsions following a disputed airport drone incident.
Russia says Germany wants war again after Leipzig drone accusation
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed Germany wants war again after Berlin accused Moscow of orchestrating a foiled drone plot at Leipzig/Halle Airport.
Ukrainian suspect arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
Croatian police have detained a second Ukrainian national suspected of planting explosives during the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage, following a German warrant.
German prosecutors arrest second Nord Stream suspect in Croatia
Croatian police detained a second Ukrainian national in Pula on a European arrest warrant issued by German prosecutors investigating the 2022 Nord Stream explosions.
German bus driver kicks explosive drone away from Leipzig airport
Federal prosecutors have opened a counterterrorism investigation after a bus driver at Leipzig/Halle Airport kicked an explosive drone away, thwarting a potential attack.
Leipzig Airport Investigates Explosive Drone Found Near Planes
German security forces are investigating an explosive-laden drone found near Ukrainian cargo planes at Leipzig/Halle Airport, alongside a mid-air collision involving a DHL freighter.
Germany rejects Trump's call for warships to patrol Hormuz Strait
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius rebuffed requests for naval support in the Hormuz Strait, stating that the conflict is not Germany's war.
Germany struggles to build widespread rugby culture despite historic roots
While Germany established its rugby federation in 1900, the sport remains a niche activity facing regional fragmentation and institutional competition.