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Germany
A collection of DW's political, economic, cultural and sporting news out of Germany.
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Violence on German trains is on the rise
The verdict in the trial over the killing of a train conductor highlights growing aggression toward railway employees.
Merz: Germany agreed to buy Tomahawk missiles at NATO summit
Friedrich Merz said placing the US cruise missiles in Germany would close a "important strategic gap in our defense."
Boost or bust the AfD? Inside Friedrich Merz’ gamble to reform Germany
Can German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stop the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany? Germany's coalition government has launched sweeping reforms on the economy, pensions and welfare. In this episode of Berlin Briefing, DW’s Michaela Küfner and Matthew Moore examine with economist Marcel Fratzscher whether Germany's reform gamble can reverse the far-right populist surge.
Boost or bust the AfD? Inside Friedrich Merz’ gamble to reform Germany
DW’s Michaela Küfner and Matthew Moore examine with economist Marcel Fratzscher whether Germany's reform gamble can reverse the far-right populist surge.
Germany reports 'shock' rise in drug deaths among under-30s
The number of drug-related deaths remains at a record high in Germany. And the victims are getting younger and younger.
France's far right set to improve ties with Germany
France’s Marine Le Pen is running for President. This could have implications for Franco-German relations.
Germany: Record debt and a seismic policy shift
Germany's draft budget for 2027 boosts defense, squeezes other spending, as debt climbs.
Why Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce.
Why migrants come to Germany for work and then leave again
Germany has long attracted international workers. It also struggles to retain them. So what is Germany doing wrong?
Canada awards Germany major submarine contract
Canadian PM Carney said the purchase of up to 12 German-built submarines will be the "largest in Canadian history."
Far-right AfD reaffirms ambition to govern Germany
The AfD has strengthened its hardline leadership despite ongoing scrutiny from Germany's domestic intelligence agencies.
Jehovah's Witnesses fight German state for Holocaust archive
The dispute centers on a unique archive of over 1,000 documents, including Gestapo reports and death sentences.
Welcoming the Taliban? Germany's new Afghanistan policy
To facilitate deportations to Afghanistan, the German government is allowing Taliban diplomats into the country.
250 Years of USA: Where Germany needs to pivot now
As the United States marks 250 years of independence, Germany is confronting an uncomfortable question: can it still rely on its most important ally? Former German ambassador to Washington Emily Haber joins DW's Nina Haase to discuss the future of transatlantic relations and how Europe may have to forge new alliances and capabilities on its own.
250 Years of USA: Where Germany needs to pivot now
As the United States marks 250 years of independence, Germany is confronting an uncomfortable question: can it still rely on its most important ally? Former German ambassador to Washington Emily Haber joins DW's Nina Haase to discuss the future of transatlantic relations and how Europe may have to forge new alliances and capabilities on its own.
Sick leave: Germany rising but not the worst in Europe
Sick leave in Germany has hit a new record, with workers taking an average of nearly 20 days off per year.
German coalition agrees on changes to pensions, tax rates
The coalition government plans to push through sweeping changes with the stated goal of reviving a sluggish economy.
German public university creates Islamic theology faculty
The University of Münster is the first public university in Europe to establish an Islamic theology faculty.
Hospital fire in northern Germany kills two
A fire at a hospital in the northern German town of Ludwigslust has killed two people and injured at least one.
Chancellor's post after Germany's World Cup exit backfires
"You've inspired us," Merz posted on X after Germany's lackluster World Cup exit. A communication blunder?
German prosecutors arrest Rwanda genocide suspect
A German-Rwandan national has been arrested on suspicion of complicity in murders during Rwanda's 1994 genocide.
German startups compete in global race for nuclear fusion
Companies around the world are competing to see who can build the first fusion reactor. German startups are in the race.
Germany: Heat wave is over, political fallout has just begun
Critics say policymakers must ensure the country is better prepared for extreme temperatures in the future.
Angela Merkel unveils official portrait in Berlin
On Tuesday former German Chancellor Merkel presented the painting for the government's official portrait gallery.
250 years of German-US relations
From German emigrants to America, through the ruptures of two world wars, to Donald Trump and his German roots.
Will Germany impose an age limit for social media?
A quarter of German youth spend too much time on social media, with 350,000 considered to have an addiction problem.
Germany's development aid strategy under fire
Development aid organizations have urged the German government to reverse billions in cuts to humanitarian aid.
Why is Germany taking a big stake in a major tankmaker?
The German government will buy a 40% stake in tankmaker KNDS, in a deal that's all about control and collaboration.
Why Germany's Deutsche Bahn will face delays for many years
Germany no longer sets the pace when it comes to rail travel — and this is unlikely to change anytime soon.
German lawyers: Ban on far-right AfD 'likely successful'
Legal experts say a ban on Germany's AfD could succeed, intensifying a heated constitutional and political debate.
NATO under pressure: Can Germany be the European leader?
In this Berlin Briefing special from the Global Media Forum, DW’s Nina Haase and Max Hofmann are joined by NATO expert Gerlinde Niehus and Maximilian Mayer from the University of Bonn to discuss: where does Germany hold real leverage and how can it help Europe become a strategic power?
NATO under pressure
Germany is facing a dilemma: US leadership is less predictable, and Europe is struggling to act as one. In this Berlin Briefing special from the Global Media Forum, DW’s Nina Haase and Max Hofmann are joined by NATO expert Gerlinde Niehus and Maximilian Mayer from the University of Bonn to discuss: where does Germany hold real leverage and how can it help Europe become a strategic power?
Magdeburg Christmas market attacker sentenced to life
The trained psychiatrist drove an SUV through a barricade and into a crowd at the Magdeburg Christmas market in 2024.
Germany considers 'opt-out' organ donor option
Germany has long waiting lists for organs. Now, parliament is debating a change to the law.
Germany: Racism is almost a daily reality for Muslims
Experts warn of growing anti-Muslim racism in Germany — and criticize policymakers.
Climate change: Heat wave costs the German economy billions
The unprecedented heat Germany threatens the economy: Productivity is reduced, while cooling is expensive.
Germany's pension plans draw praise and outrage
A 33-point plan to reform Germany's pension system has drawn praise and criticism in almost equal measure.
Germany and UK rebuilding ties 10 years after Brexit vote
Ten years after the referendum, the two countries are strengthening their ties once again.
Germany's Left Party is dreaming big
The socialist Left Party has seen its membership soar and is especially popular with young female voters.
Germany's media rocked by AI scandal
Many fear reliance on AI will damage the credibility of German media after newspapers were forced to delete articles.
Germany could scrap law banning insults against politicians
Some members of the government want to abolish a law that many call absurd; others say there's good reason to retain it.
Inequality is elementary to Germany's school system
An elementary school in Bonn is offering a new model in a system that often predetermines children's educational paths.
German journalist detained in Syria back home, lawyer says
Eva Maria Michelmann vanished in Syria in January as government forces attacked Kurdish fighters in the northeast.
Rewriting the past? Inside the AfD's history agenda
Berlin Briefing looks at how Germany remembers the Holocaust and why it's being targeted by the far-right AfD. Björn Höcke rejects German collective guilt, blaming only the Nazi dictatorship. With Melanie Amann, author of "Fear for Germany: The truth about the AfD" and social scientist Jakob Schergaut, host Michaela Küfner examines the controversy and the AfD’s push to reshape history.
Rewriting the past? Inside the AfD's history agenda
Berlin Briefing looks at how Germany remembers the Holocaust and why it's being targeted by the far-right AfD. Björn Höcke rejects German collective guilt, blaming only the Nazi dictatorship. With Melanie Amann, author of "Fear for Germany: The truth about the AfD" and social scientist Jakob Schergaut, host Michaela Küfner examines the controversy and the AfD’s push to reshape history.
German military prepares for possible mine-clearing mission
The German Bundeswehr is planning to assist with the mine-clearing in the Strait of Hormuz.
Germany: Reports of antisemitism in 2025 remain high
The Association of Departments for Research and Information on Antisemitism (RIAS) has published its annual report.
Bavarian top court rules state spy agency can monitor AfD
Several states are trying to implement similar steps, with the right-wing populist party challenging the moves.
Why India wants German submarines
India is strengthening its navy with a new generation of submarines designed in Germany — and built in India.
Germany's Merz: Who are his international allies?
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has forged relations with Trump, Macron, Starmer and Meloni.
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