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Jens Thurau

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German voters want Friedrich Merz to put pressure on Israel

The monthly Deutschlandtrend poll shows little voter confidence in Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Voters want Berlin to put more pressure on Israel, and...

09.08.2025 70

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How Germany manages extreme heat and climate change

The next heat wave has been forecast in Germany. How is a country known for its lack of air conditioning preparing?

21.07.2025 10

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Bundestag boss wants rainbow flags out of German parliament

Bundestag President Julia Klöckner has said rainbow Pride flags must be removed from deputies' offices.

14.07.2025 10

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German government shows cracks over nuclear energy

The economy minister attended a meeting of EU states using nuclear energy, even though Germany shut down its last reactor in 2023. The environment...

29.06.2025 60

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Why does Germany pay taxes for Russian propaganda?

The "Russian House" still stands in the heart of Berlin. Critics say it is used to spread propaganda for Putin's Russia. Meanwhile, Germany...

26.06.2025 40

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After US attack on Iran, Germany in diplomatic no-man's-land

Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended the US attacks on Iran. Once again, Germany was not informed in advance of the attack plans.

25.06.2025 50

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Friedrich Merz brings new political style to Germany

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Washington was met with favorable coverage back home, with many hailing a new political style that contrasts with...

08.06.2025 80

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Four Russians suspected of supporting IS on trial in Germany

The trial of four Russian nationals accused of being part of the extremist "Islamic State" begins in Hamburg on Monday. The suspects...

27.05.2025 30

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4 Russians suspected of supporting IS on trial in Germany

The trial of four Russian nationals accused of being part of the extremist "Islamic State" begins in Hamburg on Monday. The suspects...

27.05.2025 40

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Is Germany's new government weakening climate protection?

Economics Minister Katherina Reiche wants to secure energy supplies with gas-fired power plants and fewer heat pumps. Climate activists have reacted...

25.05.2025 50

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Germany expands border patrols as part of immigration plan

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt appeared at the Austro-German border to explain the government's new tougher border controls. The new government...

18.05.2025 30

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Germany cracks down on immigration at border

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt appeared at the Austro-German border to explain the government's new tougher border controls. The new government...

18.05.2025 40

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Germany and Israel mark anniversary in shadow of war

Germany and Israel are commemorating the beginning of their postwar relationship, with the war in Gaza omnipresent.

12.05.2025 40

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Germany and Israel marks anniversary in the shadow of war

Germany and Israel are commemorating the beginning of their postwar relationship, with the war in Gaza omnipresent.

12.05.2025 50

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Who is new Bundestag President Julia Klöckner?

CDU politician Julia Klöckner is the new president of the German parliament. She is seen as a controversial both for her populist statements and her...

27.03.2025 20

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Germany reviews partnership with the US

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's disastrous meeting in the White House on Friday has left Germany in a state of shock. Likely government...

04.03.2025 10

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Merz invites Netanyahu to Germany despite ICC arrest warrant

Likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz has said he will find "ways and means" for Benjamin Netanyahu to visit Germany. Israel's Prime...

02.03.2025 10

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German Greens to join parliamentary opposition

Although securing the second-best election result in its party history, the Greens will now become part of Germany's Bundestag opposition.

27.02.2025 10

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German Greens grapple with poor election result

Although securing the second-best election result in its party history, the Greens will now become part of Germany's Bundestag opposition.

27.02.2025 10

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Germany's Green Party grapples with poor election result

Although securing the second-best election result in its party history, the Greens will now become part of Germany's Bundestag opposition.

27.02.2025 10

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German election 2025: What's in the party programs?

Immigration and the economy are the topics that dominate the political debate in the run-up to the general election on February 23. DW looks at the...

08.02.2025 8

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German migration bill fails amid storm of controversy

The German parliament has narrowly rejected a law to tighten up asylum measures. The controversy over the law, and how it could have been passed with...

02.02.2025 10

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Germany 2025: What political challenges lie ahead?

Germany's domestic policy in 2025 will likely focus on controlling immigration, fending off cyber-attacks and protecting the rule of law and...

31.12.2024 10

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German election 2025: Parties present campaign platforms

Germany's political parties have begun presenting their draft election manifestos ahead of the snap election in February 2025. They focus on...

19.12.2024 4

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Ukraine war: Yemen's Houthis to fight for Russia?

Yemeni men could start fighting for Russia in its war against Ukraine, according to the Financial Times. Does this mark a further escalation in...

28.11.2024 6

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Germany's Greens push to retain power

In a show of unity, Germany's Green Party has chosen Robert Habeck as its top candidate and elected new party co-leaders ahead of February's...

18.11.2024 5

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German Greens push to retain power

In a show of unity, Germany's Green Party has chosen Robert Habeck as its top candidate and elected new party co-leaders ahead of February's...

18.11.2024 7

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