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Germany's Scholz vows tougher knife laws after Solingen stabbings

The German chancellor spoke after laying a white flower at a makeshift memorial in the western German city.

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German prosecutors name Syrian man suspected of Solingen stabbings

The stabbings, along with the claim of responsibility from ISIS, have sparked concern among some politicians who have urged enhanced security, tighter curbs on weapons, stiffer punishment for violent crimes and limits to immigration.

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Thousands gather to protest German far right ahead of regional vote

Thuringia is traditionally a stronghold of the far-right AfD party, which polls suggest could become the second strongest in the central federal state's parliament.

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Failed Syrian asylum seeker arrested after knife attack in Germany

The man was arrested after he said he was responsible for the knife attack that left three dead and eight wounded at a festival in Solingen on Sunday.

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German police arrest man suspected of killing three people in Solingen

Local media outlets report the suspect was covered in blood when he gave himself up to officers on the street in Solingen.

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ISIS claims responsibility for Solingen stabbings

The group said in a statement published on its Amaq news site that the attacker targeted Christians, 'to avenge Muslims in Palestine and everywhere.'

Germany

Hybrid attacks: Is Russia already at war with the West?

Experts warn that politicians need to take Russia's so-called "hybrid war'' more seriously and populations should be better prepared.

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Islamic State group claims responsibility for knife attack in Germany

Witnesses alerted police shortly after 9:30 pm CET that an unknown perpetrator had wounded several people with a knife in a central square, the Fronhof.

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How can local German elections affect the war in Ukraine?

The war in Ukraine has dominated the political discussion ahead of three east German state elections in September. Both far-left and far-right parties are demanding negotiations with Russia and the halting of weapons deliveries to Ukraine. Can they affect Germany's foreign policies?

Business

Scholz visits Meyer Werft shipyard as company struggles to stay afloat

Meyer Werft, one of the world's biggest cruise ship builders, will receive government support to patch up its budget deficit.

Culture news

Gamescom 2024 kicks off in Cologne amid industry challenges

Thousands of fans and experts are attending the event to share their love of gaming and get a sneak-peak of new releases, including a new Indiana Jones game.

Business

Deutsche Bank settles 60% of claims in long-running legal dispute

The German lender has been dealing with disgruntled shareholders since its acquisition of Postbank fourteen years ago. Now, it claims to have made "significant progress".

Business

German energy firms gridlocked after state U-turn on buy-in plans

The state has abandoned plans to buy part of TenneT, which operates Germany's biggest power grid network. The U-turn has spooked energy firms EnBW and RWE.

Business

Possible drug shortages in Germany as China tightens espionage laws

Several German states have suspended trips by their quality-control inspectors to Chinese pharmaceutical companies over tightened espionage laws.

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German army to base 5,000 soldiers near Lithuania-Belarus border

A new camp for the German brigade is being built in Rūdninkai, a few kilometres south of the capital Vilnius.

Business

Porsche moves in with deal to help stalling German battery maker Varta

Porsche's decision to support Varta will allow the luxury car maker to have access to high-performance batteries for its hybrid and electric cars.

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German Left leaders step down following difficult election results

The party is hoping for a breath of fresh air ahead of upcoming state elections in eastern Germany.

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German MPs warn reducing Ukraine aid could send 'fatal signal'

A letter from the finance minister has raised concerns about how long and how robustly Germany will continue to support Ukraine in the face of Russia's invasion.

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At least 23 injured in Ferris wheel fire at Leipzig festival

A police spokesperson said an investigation into the cause of the fires is ongoing and that criminal investigators are on the scene.

Poland

Polish PM Donald Tusk suggests Nord Stream patrons should 'keep quiet'

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk was reacting to media reports that have revived questions about who blew up the Nord Stream pipelines in 2022.