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POLITICSOct 13Germany news: Left-leaning Berlin coalition talks break downThe SPD and Greens in Berlin have halted exploratory coalition talks with the Left Party amid a dispute over Israel policy and antisemitism. DW has more.DW News [en]
DISASTEROct 13Hijack alert from cockpit of plane to Germany turns out to be false alarmNOS Buitenland
CONFLICTOct 13Nord Stream: Germany puts suspected Ukrainian pipeline saboteur on trialDW News [en]
POLITICSOct 13Nord Stream: Trial of Ukrainian attack suspect begins in GermanyA Ukrainian citizen faces court in Hamburg, accused of attacking the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022. It raises questions about Kyiv's possible role in the explosions. German support for Ukraine is also under scrutiny.DW News [en]
DISASTEROct 13Germany: Nuremberg airport closed over in-flight emergencyPolice are investigating a suspected in-flight emergency on a Corfu flight. The plane landed safely in Nuremberg after a fighter jet escort.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 13Germany, Italy and Belgium call for ‘emergency brake’ on EU legislationThe three countries are pushing to scale back EU legislation they see as imposing unnecessary red tape on businesses. The proposal could prove a contentious issue at this week’s summit of EU leaders in Brussels.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSOct 13Germany's China calculation shifts as import pressures eclipse export benefitsGermany has long resisted tougher action against China, fearing retaliation. But rising pressure on key industries has pushed Berlin to seek stronger EU trade-defense powers to protect its industrial base.DW News [en]
WORLDOct 13Child marriage in southern Germany: Over 350 cases recorded, some brides as young as 11A written question by two AfD members of the Baden-Württemberg state parliament revealed 358 marriages involving minors, but only eight have so far been annulled with final legal effect.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSOct 13Germany news: Economy set for stronger growth, wine harvest hit by droughtGermany's economic outlook is looking a little brighter, with the International Monetary Fund almost doubling its growth forecast. However, Germany's winegrowers are facing another disappointing harvest. DW has more.DW News [en]
BUSINESSOct 13Germany's inflation climbs to 3.3% as energy costs jumpGermany's inflation rate has risen to 3.3% due to increasing energy costs. This indicates a significant economic development that affects consumers and the broader economy.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 12Crédit Agricole to acquire IKB Deutsche Industriebank ot expand footprint in GermanyCrédit Agricole plans to acquire IKB Deutsche Industriebank, indicating an expansion of its market presence in Germany. This is a significant development in the European banking sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSOct 12German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Germany and the EU won’t follow Trump’s lead on Russian diesel, calls for tougher sanctions against MoscowGermany and the European Union do not plan to follow the U.S. example and strike a deal with Russia for diesel supplies, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said, according to Der Spiegel.Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 12Germany, Italy request ‘emergency brake’ power to stop new EU lawsFriedrich Merz, Giorgia Meloni and Bart de Wever said Brussels must accelerate business simplification efforts.Politico Europe
CYBEROct 12Poland reports arrests of 2 Turkish citizens in Germany in connection with Starlink station fire last monthDW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12Germany: Labor Minister's resignation puts a spotlight on cracks within the governmentFollowing the sudden resignation of Bärbel Bas as Labor Minister and co-chair of the Social Democratic Party, accusations are flying in Chancellor Merz's coalition government.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12Germany news: Merz says Trump's Russia diesel deal 'out of question' for EuropeChancellor Friedrich Merz has said that Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia would be "out of the question" for Germany and the EU. Meanwhile, the ruling coalition has been rocked by a major resignation.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12Germany's Wadephul calls new EU sanctions 'unprecedented' blow to RussiaThe European Union has approved its largest-ever sanctions package against Moscow, targeting more than 1,000 entities tied to the military-industrial complex. The move took place in an EU foreign ministers' meeting.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12Minister’s Resignation Rocks Germany’s CoalitionBaerbel Bas, labour minister and co-leader of the centre-left SPD, cited personal reasons for her resignation, saying she needed time to grieve following the death of her daughter-in-law. The post Minister’s Resignation Rocks Germany’s Coalition appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLDOct 12Germany's women: Ena Mahmutovic makes her case to become Germany's next No.1 goalkeeperGermany's win against Australia saw Ena Mahmutovic excel in goal. The 22-year-old Bayern Munich goalkeeper is considered the successor to Ann-Katrin Berger and is making a name for herself.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12EU leaders face budget showdown as Germany leads revolt over spending plansAn Irish compromise proposal for the EU’s long-term budget has drawn fire from the net-paying countries over its size and its focus on cutting ‘modern’ priorities. The Commission and MEPs have countered, warning of the risks of a less ambitious, more rigid budget.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 12Germany news: Söder demands CDU supports of the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt reveal themselvesBavaria's conservative leader has called on bloc members who voted for an AfD parliamentary speaker to come forward. Meanwhile, the ruling coalition has been rocked by a major resignation. DW has more.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12Germany: Bas quits as SPD co-chair amid coalition frictionBärbel Bas has resigned as labor minister and as co-leader of the Social Democrats as tension grows with Chancellor Merz's CDU.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 11Germany finds Ireland's proposal to cut the EU budget draft insufficientKanzler Merz und eine Gruppe von sechs großen Geberländern sehen eine Einigung noch in weiter Ferne.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 11Germany rejects Trump demand, 'fully supports' ZelenskyyGermany's foreign minister has said Berlin is behind Ukraine's president and will keep pressuring Russia to end its war. Meanwhile, Deutsche Bank's CEO warned that political extremism is spooking investors. More on DW.DW News [en]