Is this Syrian doctor one of the 80% Germany wants to remove?
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has ignited a debate by declaring that 80% of Syrians would be repatriated. Does this mean that …
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Betting on elections is illegal — but possible
Online gambling is gaining traction in Germany. Using prediction markets like Polymarket to bet on political events remains illegal, but …
Germany's Buchenwald: Remembering Nazi atrocities
Buchenwald was one of the largest concentration camps on German soil. Eighty‑one years ago, it was liberated. The commemoration included …
Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges
At Ukrainian-German government talks, Berlin reassures Kyiv it can continue counting on military, civilian, and humanitarian aid, even as political …
Germany: Man found guilty in Pelicot-style rape case
A Chinese student has been found guilty of drugging and raping a woman in Munich over a period of months. …
False blame on migrants?
Is it true that the crime rate in Germany is higher among immigrants? Statistics suggest as much, but numbers by …
Are migrants unfairly targeted?
Is it true that the crime rate in Germany is higher among immigrants? Statistics suggest as much, but numbers by …
Germany's finance minister wants to scrap spousal tax splitting
Highly controversial, but not well understood: German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil wants to change the tax benefits for married couples.
'Only a strong Israel can achieve peace'
In an interview with DW, Ron Prosor, Israel's ambassador to Germany, defends his country's military strikes against Iran and Lebanon. …
Right AfD misusing its parliamentary questions?
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has submitted thousands of official questions in state parliaments — a right of any elected …
German economy growth forecasts halved
Germany's economy continues to falter under the shock of soaring energy prices. In the wake of the Iran war, the …
Ever military strategy for Bundeswehr
For the first time in its history, the Bundeswehr has adopted a military strategy to prepare Germany for future threats. …
Germany's state pension will only give "basic cover" in retirement, Chancellor Friedrich
Germany's state pension will only give "basic cover" in retirement, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned amid hot debate. How does …
Merz hails 'historic' health care reform
The Cabinet has greenlit a health care draft law designed to lower insurance rates. The bill heads to parliament next, …
Why Germany wants a seat at the UN Security Council
With the rules-based world order "under stress," Germany is on a mission to gain a coveted seat at the United …
The significance of US military bases in Germany
President Trump is planning to cut US troop numbers in Germany. How many US bases are there in the country …
Where Germany's economy still excels
German industry is being lapped in key sectors like solar panels, semiconductors and even cars — but the country's midsize …
Who is CDU parliamentary leader Jens Spahn?
CDU firebrand, ex-health minister, and leader of his party's parliamentary group, Jens Spahn has been dogged by controversy. But his …
Germany prepares for mission in the Strait of Hormuz
The German minesweeper Fulda has set course for the Mediterranean. The German armed forces may assist in clearing mines in …
Difficult first year for Chancellor Friedrich Merz
A year after taking office, Germany's federal leadership is struggling with the drudgery of coalition governance. Whenever there are problems, …