Germany

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From soldier to influencer: Bridging Gen Z and the German army

"The Bundeswehr has shown me how diverse people can be, even when wearing the same uniform," Captain David Matei told Euronews.

12/04/2025

Green News

Inside the NGO taking on the biggest greenwashers in Germany

For three years, DUH has been taking companies to court for dubious advertising claims about climate neutrality.

12/04/2025

Europe News

Germans seek spaces in nuclear bunkers as spectre of war looms

An estate agent specialising in bunkers and emergency shelters says demand in Germany has dramatically increased.

11/04/2025

Economy

Germany’s economy expected to stagnate as Trump's tariffs hit

US tariffs, especially on metals such as steel and aluminium, could particularly impact Germany's economic growth this year.

10/04/2025

Europe News

Editor of German far-right outlet receives suspended sentence

The editor-in-chief of the AfD-affiliated media Deutschland Kurier was sentenced to seven months' probation for spreading a fake meme featuring German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser on social networks.

10/04/2025

Europe News

'Germany back on track,' says CDU's Merz as new coalition agreed

Germany's chancellor in waiting promises an end to instability and to make the country more competitive.

09/04/2025

Business

Why Trump’s tariffs are a serious threat to the German car industry

US tariffs are affecting up to €67bn of EU automotive industry exports, the majority of which are coming from Germany. BMW, Volkswagen and Mercedes must choose between pausing shipments or absorbing tariff costs.

09/04/2025

Europeans' Stories

Green steel as a lifeline? EU Commission protects metal industry

Europe's steelworkers are furious. They are afraid for their jobs. Is there still a future for Europe's heavy industry? Yes, says the European Commission - and presents a rescue plan.

09/04/2025

Europe News

Germany's CDU and SPD reach deal on new coalition government

The centre-right CDU and its sister party, CSU, have agreed on a joint coalition agreement with the centre-left SPD, which they plan to present on Wednesday afternoon.

09/04/2025

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Lake Constance water level hits historic lows amid drought

Due to prolonged drought and reduced Alpine meltwater, Lake Constance’s water levels have dropped drastically, leaving harbours dry and boating nearly impossible.

08/04/2025

Europe News

German markets plunge into uncertainty following Trump's tariffs

European markets, including the DAX, went into freefall on Monday after US President Donald Trump announced far-reaching global tariffs.

07/04/2025

Germany

Four foreign activists face deportation after Berlin university sit-in

Two Irish and one Polish national, and a US citizen, have appealed against an order asking them to leave Germany over their participation in a pro-Palestinian university protest.

03/04/2025

Green News

German priest prefers prison over fine for climate protest conviction

Rev. Jörg Alt and about 40 other activists blocked traffic in Nuremberg by gluing their hands to a street in front of the city's train station.

02/04/2025

Europe News

German car makers brace for further Trump administration tariffs

Germany is anticipating a trade war as President Donald Trump prepares a raft of punitive tariffs. How will the country's car manufacturers be affected?

02/04/2025

Nutrition

Why you might want to rethink giving your kids dietary supplements

A German consumer group flagged issues with 17 of the 18 common supplements it tested.

29/03/2025

Europe News

German coalition talks reach crucial next level

The coalition parties most likely to form the new German government have intensified talks.

28/03/2025

Germany

Germany raids group accused of plotting against Eritrean government

More than 200 police officers searched 19 properties in a large-scale operation, with a related raid also conducted in Denmark. No arrests have been made so far.

26/03/2025

Business

German business morale surges to 7-month highs on recovery hopes

Confidence among German businesses improved in March, supported by a rebound in manufacturing and optimism over major government spending plans.

25/03/2025

Business

SAP overtook Novo Nordisk to become Europe's most valuable company

The German software company's share price gained 40% in the past year, while Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk has gradually lost almost half of its own since last summer.

24/03/2025

Europe News

German customs seize Russian 'shadow fleet' ship, local media say

The oil tanker 'Eventin', believed to be part of Russia’s efforts to evade sanctions, was already towed into safer waters by a German tugboat in January after it was discovered adrift in heavy seas off the Baltic coast.

21/03/2025

Germany

Germany's upper house clears historic defence spending bill

The package, which will allow for a large increase in military expenditure, passed through the Bundesrat despite objections from several smaller parties.

21/03/2025

Europe News

Habeck: Climate protection can fail from incompetence, unwillingness

On Tuesday, the Greens helped push a multi-billion euro financial package through parliament, partly aimed at boosting climate protection. Euronews spoke with Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Robert Habeck about climate and Europe.

20/03/2025

Markets

How will Germany's debt reform impact its stock and bond market?

Germany has passed a landmark spending bill, unlocking hundreds of billions of euros for defence spending and infrastructure investment. While the historic debt reform is expected to boost Europe’s largest economy, there are further implications for its stock and bond markets.

19/03/2025

Europe News

Germany's parliament passes historic package boosting defence spending

Friedrich Merz needed the support of two-thirds majority in parliament for his plan to unlock billions for defence and infrastructure spending.

18/03/2025

Economy

Germany’s economic sentiment hits 2-year high, EU exports to US soar

Germany’s economic sentiment hit a 2-year high, but the eurozone’s trade surplus fell sharply. EU exports to the US surged as firms frontloaded shipments ahead of potential Trump tariffs, while the trade deficit with China widened sharply.

18/03/2025

Germany

Why Germany, Italy and Japan still depend on US nuclear deterrence

As the three countries prepare to spend billions beefing up their defence capabilities, they will continue to rely on the US for nuclear deterrence, experts tell Euronews.

18/03/2025