German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock revealed that she has experienced multiple instances of sexual harassment, including one during her school years.
During an appearance on the G Spot podcast, Baerbock recounted an incident where an older man placed his hand on her leg while she was on a school bus. She admitted feeling fear and shame before deciding to move to another seat.
She credited the #MeToo movement with changing her perspective on such experiences.
Baerbock also emphasised that 60% of women in Germany have encountered harassment, calling for a shift in accountability to perpetrators and encouraging open conversations on the issue.
Germany warned on Monday that it will keep weapons flowing to Ukraine unless Moscow accepts a proposed 30‑day cease‑fire, with Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul telling counterparts in London that new arms packages are ready if Russia refuses to halt hostilities.
Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed optimism about the possibility of a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine within days, stating that the decision now rests solely with Moscow.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to resolve trade disputes and cooperate on Ukraine during a phone call Thursday evening.
Germany's domestic intelligence agency has temporarily paused labeling the Alternative for Germany (AfD) as extremist following a legal challenge, stirring debate across the political spectrum.
Germany has called on India and Pakistan to avoid further escalation and protect civilians following deadly cross-border missile strikes between the two nations.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has announced he will not attend the Arab League Summit in Baghdad this weekend, following controversy sparked by Iraq's invitation to the former rebel-turned-leader, whose return to Iraq, where he fought and was imprisoned, raised concerns.
President Donald Trump signed a new executive order aimed at aligning U.S. drug prices with those of other countries by removing private-sector middlemen from the system. While the move caused a drop in stocks, it promises significant changes for the pharmaceutical industry.
The three major Wall Street indexes surged sharply after the announcement of a 90-day tariff reduction agreement between the U.S. and China. The S&P 500 reached its highest levels since early March, boosting investor optimism.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, has accused Western countries of demanding a 30-day ceasefire to give Ukraine’s military a chance to regroup. Zakharova's remarks highlight the growing tension surrounding the ongoing war and the international calls for temporary peace in orde
India has fired a series of missiles into Pakistani-controlled territory, in what it has described as “Operation Sindoor”
For the first time in history, an American has been chosen to lead the Catholic Church, as Cardinal Robert Prevost is named pope.
A Rafale fighter jet operated by the Indian Air Force has reportedly been shot down for the first time in combat, according to sources cited by CNN, marking a significant and symbolic development in the ongoing escalation between India and Pakistan.
Pope Leo XIV made a surprise visit to the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano. AnewZ covered the event, with journalist Maria Rodriguez Abalde on-site. She witnessed the occasion firsthand and documented key moments. More images and footage will be available soon.
Violent Clashes in Tripoli: Head of Stability Support Forces Killed
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has announced he will not attend the Arab League Summit in Baghdad this weekend, following controversy sparked by Iraq's invitation to the former rebel-turned-leader, whose return to Iraq, where he fought and was imprisoned, raised concerns.
The three major Wall Street indexes surged sharply after the announcement of a 90-day tariff reduction agreement between the U.S. and China. The S&P 500 reached its highest levels since early March, boosting investor optimism.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, has accused Western countries of demanding a 30-day ceasefire to give Ukraine’s military a chance to regroup. Zakharova's remarks highlight the growing tension surrounding the ongoing war and the international calls for temporary peace in orde
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has announced he will not attend the Arab League Summit in Baghdad this weekend, following controversy sparked by Iraq's invitation to the former rebel-turned-leader, whose return to Iraq, where he fought and was imprisoned, raised concerns.
President Donald Trump signed a new executive order aimed at aligning U.S. drug prices with those of other countries by removing private-sector middlemen from the system. While the move caused a drop in stocks, it promises significant changes for the pharmaceutical industry.
The three major Wall Street indexes surged sharply after the announcement of a 90-day tariff reduction agreement between the U.S. and China. The S&P 500 reached its highest levels since early March, boosting investor optimism.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, has accused Western countries of demanding a 30-day ceasefire to give Ukraine’s military a chance to regroup. Zakharova's remarks highlight the growing tension surrounding the ongoing war and the international calls for temporary peace in orde
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