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Merz underlines Germany's support for Israel, calls for Gaza ceasefire

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed the country's support for Israel amid its conflict with Iran and called for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Economy

German business sentiment rises: Ifo sees sixth consecutive lift

Firms in Germany are more confident about the business environment, partly thanks to the state's promised spending boost.

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German court reverses ban on far-right Compact magazine

The court ruled that the ban on Compact magazine, imposed last year by the previous government, was not justified.

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'Iran didn't want a result' - Was Iran just playing with Wadephul?

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul held nuclear negotiations with Iran in Geneva. His mission was to de-escalate the Israel-Iran conflict, but he was unsuccessful. According to Middle East expert Ovens, "Iran is playing with the West."

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Economy

The highest-paying jobs in Germany: Data reveals top salaries

Aviation, healthcare, IT and engineering, as well as the legal and judiciary sectors hold the highest-paying jobs in Germany.

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Council of Europe alarmed by free speech curbs in Germany

The Council of Europe’s Human Rights Commissioner has raised concerns that German authorities have curtailed the use of Arabic language and cultural symbols during Gaza protests and have allegedly used excessive force against demonstrators.

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Watch: Mass swim in Berlin calls for end to Spree River ban

Around 200 Berliners leapt into the Spree River on Tuesday to demand an end to a century-old swimming ban in the city’s central district.

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Germany and France increase security at Jewish sites amid Iran threat

Amichai Chikli, Israel’s Minister for Diaspora Affairs, told Euronews the threat to Jewish communities and Israeli embassies is now greater than ever.

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Germany is rearming, but what about its veterans?

On 15 June, Germany celebrates its veterans for the first time. But behind the symbolic gesture lies a systemic failure: those who need help often don't get it.

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Merz, Frederiksen discuss Ukraine, security, migration, global trade

The two leaders spoke of the need to bolster continental security, tighten immigration policies and ensuring global trade continues to run on a system of open markets and free trade.

Germany

Ambassador to Ukraine Jäger to become Germany's new spy chief

According to media reports, the German ambassador to Ukraine, Martin Jäger, is to take over as head of the Federal Intelligence Service. His predecessor Bruno Kahl will move to the Vatican as ambassador.

Business

Merger between DHL and Evri probed by UK’s competition watchdog

German firm DHL is looking to expand its reach in the UK by merging its British ecommerce unit with Evri. The CMA will now examine the risks for competition.

Economy

Production and exports fall in Germany as pre-tariff rush wears off

US tariff concerns are darkening Germany’s outlook while the economy is already weak, hindering hopes of a recovery.

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At least 12 injured after unknown powder found at German DHL centre

At least 12 people were injured on Friday morning after white powder was reportedly found on a suspicious package at a German DHL distribution centre, triggering a police operation.

USA

Did Merz achieve everything he wanted from meeting with Trump?

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday afternoon. But did Merz get everything he wanted from the talks?

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Beasts and besties: German chancellors and US presidents through time

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz meets US President Donald Trump in the White House for the first time. It might be the beginning of a terrible friendship. How did Merz's predecessors cope with the respective men in the Oval Office? Euronews checks out some of the key pairings through time.

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Left Party MP expelled from German parliament over Palestine t-shirt

Bundestag president Julia Klöckner explained that political statements expressed through clothing are not allowed, before asking Köktürk to leave.

Business

Could defence demand fuel a German steel revival post-tariffs?

US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports come into effect today. But could Germany's defence industry be paving the way for a steel boom?

Germany

Key figure in Germany's largest tax fraud case avoids jail time

Former lawyer Kai-Uwe Steck, who played a role in the loss of more than €428m to the German tax authorities, received a suspended jail sentence of one year and 10 months.

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Berlin court rules rejection of asylum seekers at borders unlawful

The court says the rejections of asylum seekers violates German law and is not in line with the EU’s Dublin system which demands that every member state conduct a thorough investigation to determine which EU country is responsible for processing the application.