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Germany charges man suspected of planning attack on Israeli embassy

Prosecutors say the man also intended to join the so-called Islamic State group in Pakistan to receive military training after pledging allegiance to the terrorist organisation.

Germany

Suspect in car attack on German Christmas market charged with murder

The suspect is charged with six counts of murder, 338 counts of attempted murder and 309 counts of bodily harm.

Russia

Russian dissidents face limbo as Germany halts humanitarian visas

Alexey Moskalyov and his daughter Masha Moskalyova fled Russia after he was imprisoned for discrediting the army. Germany rejected their humanitarian visa, leaving their fate uncertain.

Europe in Motion

Quite the scoop: Which countries are the EU’s top ice cream producers?

Italy may be renowned across the globe for its artisan gelato, but it is not the European Union's top producer of the frozen treat.

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German FM slams China over 'aggressive behaviour' and Russia backing

During a trip to Japan on Monday, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul also criticised China for its "support for the Russian war machine" amid Moscow's ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine, now well into its fourth year.

Business

You're fired! Who will be Deutsche Bahn's next CEO?

Germany's Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder has announced the early dismissal of Deutsche Bahn CEO Richard Lutz. But who will be his successor?

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WATCH: Berlin hosts Ukraine talks before Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin on Wednesday for talks with European and US leaders ahead of a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska later this week.

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Berlin protesters swim in Spree to push for lifting 1925 ban

Hundreds of people leapt into the Spree River’s calm, green-tinged waters in Berlin’s historic Mitte district on Tuesday, aiming to show it is both clean and enjoyable for swimming.

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Berlin protesters condemn killing of journalists in Gaza airstrikes

Hundreds of protesters gathered in central Berlin on Monday evening, rallying against the killing of journalists in Gaza during Israeli airstrikes a day earlier.

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Bautzen Pride goes ahead under police guard after threats

The Pride parade in Bautzen, eastern Germany, went ahead on Sunday with a strong police presence following threats from far-right groups.

Germany

Why the German chancellor cannot celebrate his 100 days in office

The German government has left for its summer break, but things are bubbling up behind the scenes. And Chancellor Friedrich Merz is under pressure - not only in the polls, but also from within his own ranks.

Germany

Germany halts military exports that could be used in Gaza, Merz says

Merz’s comments come amid a sea change of opinion among a number of Western countries about how the war in Gaza is being fought and the resulting humanitarian crisis.

Economy

Germans in a wrap over döner prices as worker strikes turn up the heat

Workers at the Birtat Meat World SE factory in southwestern Germany have gone on strike again amid a salary dispute.

Tech News

German government urged to start proper supervision of AI

Germany is one of several EU member states that have missed a 2 August deadline to put oversight authorities in place on AI.

Europe News

German officials worry 'trusted flaggers' may curb free speech

Politicians and experts alike have criticised Germany's reporting centres for confusing opinion with hate speech, as concerns continue to rise over state-funded "trusted flaggers".

Business

Rheinmetall secures €770mn order from German army amid defence boom

The deal for more than 1,000 logistics vehicles comes as Europe ramps up military spending in response to global tensions.

Europe News

Poland extends border controls with Germany and Lithuania

Border controls with Germany and Lithuania, which were introduced by Poland on July 7, have been extended until October 4. They were originally in place until August 5.

Europe News

Germany’s armed forces to introduce new camouflage uniforms by 2029

The decision follows a military study showing the new design provides better concealment, especially in urban environments.

World

German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier dies in climbing accident in Pakistan

Dahlmeier, an Olympic gold medallist, was ascending Laila Peak in the Karakoram mountain range when she was struck by falling rocks while climbing with a partner who survived.

Culture news

Berlin LGBTQ+ café targeted in wave of escalating hate crimes

With 45 attacks reported in 18 months, a Berlin LGBTQ+ café meant to be a safe space has become the target of escalating hate crimes.