Germany

German Defence Minister arrives to Kiev to show of Europe’s support for Ukraine

Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius reassured Ukraine of continued support, emphasizing NATO solidarity and announcing the delivery of advanced howitzers to aid Ukraine's defense against Russia.

Macron accuses Musk of "directly intervening" in elections

Emmanuel Macron accuses Elon Musk of election interference, citing his support for Germany's far-right AfD and growing influence on global politics through his platform, X.

German officials call for tighter controls on illegal fireworks after deadly chaos in country

Germany faces calls for stricter fireworks regulations after New Year’s Eve chaos left 5 dead, dozens injured, and over 400 arrests in Berlin.

German, French foreign ministers to meet Syria's new rulers in Damascus

German and French Foreign Ministers visit Syria for historic talks with new rulers, signaling EU's readiness for a new political beginning after years of conflict.

Berlin's New Year chaos leads to hundreds of arrests

German government condemned a series of incidents on New Year’s Eve in which police officers and firefighters were attacked and injured, mostly with fireworks.

Germany to extend border controls to curb illegal migration

Germany extends border controls beyond March 2025, citing rising irregular migration, smuggling, and security threats.

Germany accuses Elon Musk of trying to influence its election

Elon Musk faces backlash in Germany for endorsing the far-right AfD ahead of February elections, sparking accusations of interference and criticism from top politicians.

German president dissolves parliament for Feb. 23 snap elections

Somber mood in Magdeburg after deadly Christmas market attack

Four days after a car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg left five dead and over 200 injured, mourners gathered to pay tribute as debates over security and political responses intensified, casting a shadow over Germany’s Christmas celebrations.

German authorities probe motive in deadly Christmas market attack

A Saudi doctor with anti-Islam views drove into a Magdeburg Christmas market, killing five. Investigations are ongoing as the tragedy stirs Germany's immigration and security debates.

German police investigate Saudi suspect as death toll reaches five

Saudi man investigated in deadly Magdeburg Christmas market attack, reigniting debates on security and migration in Germany's election season.

Death toll from German Christmas market car-ramming rises to four, Bild reports

Car-ramming at German Christmas market in Magdeburg leaves 4 dead, dozens injured. Suspect under investigation; motive unclear. Chancellor Scholz to visit the site today.

Elon Musk says German chancellor should resign after attack at Christmas market

Elon Musk calls for German Chancellor Scholz's resignation after deadly attack, voices support for far-right AfD in upcoming election.

Driver kills at least two after ramming into crowd at German Christmas market

Magdeburg car attack kills 2, injures 60+ at Christmas market; suspect, a Saudi doctor, arrested. Authorities investigate extremist links as Scholz visits the scene.

Car drives into crowd at Christmas market in Germany, reports say

A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing one and injuring several. The driver has been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.

Germany joins U.S., UK in making diplomatic contact with Syria's HTS

Germany to hold talks with HTS in Damascus, exploring Syria's transition, minority protection, and potential diplomatic presence after Assad's overthrow.

Germany Faces Early Elections as Scholz Calls for No-Confidence Vote

Germany’s Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, will face a vote of no confidence in parliament on Monday, taking a step towards early elections. Scholz is expected to lose the vote, with elections likely to be held by February 2025.

German Chancellor Scholz faces key confidence vote amid coalition collapse

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz seeks a vote of confidence in parliament as a prelude to new federal elections after his coalition’s collapse, amid rising political instability in Germany.

VW workers step up strikes in factory shutdown standoff

Volkswagen faces intensified strikes at German plants as workers protest wage cuts and closures amid union talks. With trust eroded, unions demand concessions, warning of longer strikes, while VW cites cost-cutting as essential to compete with cheaper Asian rivals.

Merkel testifies on Afghanistan withdrawal

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel testified before a parliamentary committee investigating Germany’s role in the chaotic 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.

German defense strategy bolsters amid Ukraine war

Germany has approved a new defense strategy to boost weapons production and expand military capacity in response to the war in Ukraine.

Germany reaffirms support for Ukraine with €650 million aid package

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Kyiv, pledging €650 million in new military aid, including tanks and air defences. Amid political shifts in Germany, Scholz assured long-term support for Ukraine, urging Russia to end its invasion and respect Ukrainian sovereignty.

Volkswagen workers to go on warning strikes across Germany

Volkswagen workers in Germany will stage warning strikes over layoffs, wage cuts, and plant closures as talks with labour union IG Metall fail to reach a resolution.