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Russian opposition in Berlin: Fear, Yashin might become a "Mini-Putin"

Ilya Yashin is now officially the leader of the Russian opposition in exile – and infighting has already begun. A longtime ally told Euronews he fears Yashin could become a 'mini-Putin.' Is the new party already facing its first major test?

Europe News

Russia's opposition looks for a leader as new party launches in Berlin

Around 71% of Russians approve of President Vladimir Putin, according to the state-run pollster VCIOM. Yet a newly founded opposition party in exile believes it can help shape Russia's political future. How realistic are its ambitions?

Europe News

Defying Russia: Poland and Germany want mega wind farms in Baltic Sea

Despite hybrid attacks from Russia, Poland is betting on offshore wind power from the Baltic Sea. At a forum in Berlin, one message was clear: the region could become Europe’s next major energy hub. Will Europe seize this opportunity?

Europe News

German-made components found in Russian drones despite EU sanctions

Hundreds of thousands of German components can be found in Russian drones and weapons systems. How do these components get to Russia? Research shows complex supply chains via intermediaries and third countries.

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Belarus

'Talk to Lukashenka or face Putin,' freed Belarus activist warns EU

After almost five and a half years in prison, Belarusian opposition activist Maria Kalesnikava has a clear warning for Europe, as she sees Belarus increasingly under Russian influence.

Germany

Top five things Germany's Merz should do to make China trip a success

While the German chancellor is visiting China in a major test of whether he can establish a relationship with President Xi and promote trade with Beijing in favour of the German economy, Euronews asked a China expert and Merz adviser for their top tips.

Cinema

Spies on spy: Stasi files reveal James Bond surveillance operation

Stasi files show that 007 violated the GDR border four times at Checkpoint Charlie in divided Berlin. The whole thing happened during filming for 'Octopussy.' A dangerous scandal in the middle of the Cold War, observed and documented by the Stasi.

Germany

German expert warns of evolving Islamist recruitment targeting youth

The dream of rapid social advancement is seductive — and can also be devastating. Euronews takes a closer look at the mechanisms behind radicalisation tactics used by extremists in Germany today.

Markets

Does Trump want Germany's gold? The safety of US bullion reserves

Germany stores 1,236 tonnes of gold in the USA. Some politicians want to repatriate these reserves, but such a move could be risky.

Culture news

New Berlin jazz radio station aims to revive jazz in Germany

A new Berlin-based radio station named after jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald is aiming to revive the genres fortunes. As the music used to be an expression of rebellion, emancipation and social protest, the launch says more about our times than you might imagine, writes Diana Resnik.

Germany

German neo-Nazi fugitive does not want to be a woman any more

Convicted German far-right activist Marla-Svenja Liebich, who changed gender before prison sentence, is applying for another identity change while evading arrest, Euronews learned in an interview with the fugitive whose whereabouts remain unknown.

Germany

NATO chief lauds Germany as it aims for 'most capable army in Europe'

While Washington seems inclined to tilt towards Moscow, Germany is rearming and may soon have the strongest army in Europe.

Poland

Exclusive: Poland sees new influx of refugees arriving from the West

Polish ambassador Jan Tombiński reports a new trend of refugees arriving from western Europe as Warsaw reviews its asylum regulations and border controls with Germany.

Syria

Activist urges Germany to retain Syria asylum amid persecution fears

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz argues against granting asylum to Syrians after al-Assad's regime fell, but critics warn the country remains unsafe for minorities and women.

Germany

German-Polish tensions fuel security fears amid Russian aggression

As Russia continues its all-out war in Ukraine, Berlin and Warsaw remain divided. How concerning is this for the security situation in Europe?

Germany

German companies pay Russia €1.72bn in taxes, indirectly funding war

German companies have paid nearly $2 billion (€1.72bn) in taxes to Russia since the Ukraine invasion, funding the war effort. Critics urge immediate withdrawal.

Ukraine

Czech initiative raises funds to purchase Flamingo missile for Ukraine

More than 500,000 euros in just 48 hours? This Czech organisation has shown the way: with a fundraising campaign, the organisation has raised enough money for a Flamingo cruise missile.

World News

Poland not an isolated case: The secret tunnel system of migrants

Officers of the Podlaskie Border Guard discovered a tunnel under the Polish-Belarusian border on Friday. Similar tunnels have been found in Hungary.

Germany

A row erupts in Germany's Bundestag over deportation centres

Interior Minister Dobrindt and the CDU/CSU are pushing for deportation centres - according to the AfD, the SPD is blocking them. The Greens and the Left warn of human rights violations, while the SPD remains divided.

Germany

Experts call for rapid European rearmament on 35th anniversary of German unification

Leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron travelled to Germany to attend the anniversary celebrations on Friday.

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