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Austrian president considers far right-led coalition after talks fail

The Austrian president announced he will meet with the leader of the far-right FPÖ party a day after Chancellor Karl Nehammer said he would resign after talks on forming a new government failed for a second time.

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Karl Nehammer to step down as Austrian coalition talks fail

Coalition talks have dragged on after Austria's main parties refused to work with the leader of the right-wing Freedom Party (FPÖ), Herbert Kickl, who came first in September's election with 28,8% of the vote.

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The Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigns after talks on forming a government collapsed

Austria's conservative chancellor Karl Nehammer broke off coalition talks with the Social Democrats to form the country's next government on Saturday, saying they couldn't find agreement on key issues.

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Austrian coalition government talks collapse after minnow pulls out

The smallest partner of a prospective three-party coalition, the liberal Neos party, decided not to continue the discussions to form a new government.

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Sweden and Austria urge the EU to get tougher on irregular migration

At a meeting to mark 30 years of EU membership, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson focused on migrants.

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Austria boosts security ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations in Vienna

After the Christmas market attack in Magdeburg in Germany, authorities in Austria are boosting security at Vienna's New Year's Eve Trail.

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Austria offers Syrian refugees €1,000 'return bonus'

The EU's executive branch, the European Commission, said that currently 'the conditions are not met for safe, voluntary, dignified returns to Syria.'

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Austrian far-right party leader loses immunity in latest setback

Austria's public prosecutor's office wants to investigate Herbert Kickl on suspicion of giving false testimony to a public inquiry.

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Austrian government prepares deportation plan for Syrian migrants

The Interior Ministry said a reassessment of about 40,000 Syrians granted status in the country over the last five years has begun.

Moments

5 top alpine destinations to enjoy the après without the ski

Not a fan of sliding down snowy slopes? That doesn’t mean you have to miss all the wintry fun.

Culture news

Krampus parades spark violence and debate

In Austria and Germany, Krampus parades bring chaos and controversy. While the tradition is meant to scare children into behaving, recent events have left many injured — raising questions about safety and the darker side of festive customs.

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Roads in Austria closed as a result of increased cross-border commuters

Thousands of people commute daily to their jobs in Austria, where they are paid twice as much as in Hungary.

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Devilish creatures take over streets of Hollabrunn in Austria

Thousands gathered in the Austrian town of Hollabrunn on Saturday to watch the traditional Krampus procession featuring devilish creatures.

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Vienna’s much-loved Würstelstand gets UNESCO recognition

Vienna’s iconic Würstelstand, a humble sausage stand that brings together people from all walks of life, has been officially recognised as part of Austria’s cultural heritage.

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Do organic farmers still have a chance in Europe?

For more than a year now, European agricultural policy has been in a state of unrest.

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Austria lifts veto on the Schengen accession of Romania and Bulgaria

Budapest was the stage of a major breakthrough in Schengen after Austria agreed to lifts its veto on Romania and Bulgaria's accession.

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UN nuclear watchdog holds meeting to discuss Iranian nuclear programme

IAEA nations will discuss at the summit whether to vote on a resolution against Iran for its lack of cooperation.

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Austria forms three-party coalition without victorious far-right

After several rounds of exploratory talks, Chancellor Karl Nehammer announced the preliminary decision to form a coalition between three parties - ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS.

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Russia stops selling gas to OMF, Austria's main provider

Russia's state-owned oil and gas company Gazprom stopped selling gas to OMF, Austria's main provider on Saturday.

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Gas prices jump as Gazprom says it is halting deliveries to Austria

Gazprom Export has announced that it will be halting gas supplies to Austria, following the latter's biggest state-owned fossil fuel company, OMV, winning an arbitral award against it.