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fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 hours ago
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Center-left party approves German coalition deal, paving the way for Merz to be elected chancellor

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism during critical issues.
Germany's Social Democrats approved a coalition agreement to elect Friedrich Merz as chancellor.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 hours ago
Germany news

Center-left party approves German coalition deal, paving the way for Merz to be elected chancellor

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism during critical issues.
Germany's Social Democrats approved a coalition agreement to elect Friedrich Merz as chancellor.
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fromTheartnewspaper
1 day ago

Conservative journalist and publisher appointed Germany's new culture minister

Wolfram Weimer appointed as Germany's culture minister reflects conservative values, despite critiques regarding his lack of arts experience.
#die-linke
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How TikTok Helped Germany's Left to a Surprise Election Showing

Heidi Reichinnek has propelled Die Linke to significant gains in the German Bundestag elections, showcasing the power of young liberal voters.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

It's in our DNA to be anti-fascist': Germany's leftwing TikTok queen' Heidi Reichinnek

Heidi Reichinnek's impactful speech helped boost Die Linke's electoral success, earning her significant popularity, especially among young voters.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How TikTok Helped Germany's Left to a Surprise Election Showing

Heidi Reichinnek has propelled Die Linke to significant gains in the German Bundestag elections, showcasing the power of young liberal voters.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

It's in our DNA to be anti-fascist': Germany's leftwing TikTok queen' Heidi Reichinnek

Heidi Reichinnek's impactful speech helped boost Die Linke's electoral success, earning her significant popularity, especially among young voters.
more#die-linke
#friedrich-merz
Germany politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Germany's Suddenly Turbulent Election

Friedrich Merz's coalition with the AfD shook Germany's political stability, igniting widespread public protests and an increase in memberships of leftist parties.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Europe turns to Germany's Merz for leadership and stability DW 02/24/2025

Friedrich Merz aims to strengthen Europe's independence from the U.S. as he potentially becomes German chancellor after a federal election win.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How the German election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025

Friedrich Merz proposes strict border controls and asylum denials, indicating a significant policy shift for Germany that may affect broader EU dynamics.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Merz in Paris for talks with President Macron DW 02/27/2025

Merz's visit to Macron emphasizes the importance of German-French cooperation in European security.
Discussions included US policy shifts, particularly about the war in Ukraine.
Germany politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Germany's Suddenly Turbulent Election

Friedrich Merz's coalition with the AfD shook Germany's political stability, igniting widespread public protests and an increase in memberships of leftist parties.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Europe turns to Germany's Merz for leadership and stability DW 02/24/2025

Friedrich Merz aims to strengthen Europe's independence from the U.S. as he potentially becomes German chancellor after a federal election win.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How the German election may shape migration in the entire EU DW 02/19/2025

Friedrich Merz proposes strict border controls and asylum denials, indicating a significant policy shift for Germany that may affect broader EU dynamics.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Merz in Paris for talks with President Macron DW 02/27/2025

Merz's visit to Macron emphasizes the importance of German-French cooperation in European security.
Discussions included US policy shifts, particularly about the war in Ukraine.
more#friedrich-merz
#public-safety
Germany news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

A man slipped into a VIP convoy and hugged the German chancellor in 2023. Now he has to pay a fine

A man was fined for hugging Chancellor Olaf Scholz, raising concerns about security protocols and public interactions.
The incident highlights the importance of accountability in public safety regarding political figures.
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 months ago
Germany news

Inside Germany: Endless strikes, election debates and shock after Munich car attack

The Munich attack has intensified the debate on migration and security in Germany.
Confusion regarding the attacker's residency status complicates the public's understanding of migration issues.
Germany news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

A man slipped into a VIP convoy and hugged the German chancellor in 2023. Now he has to pay a fine

A man was fined for hugging Chancellor Olaf Scholz, raising concerns about security protocols and public interactions.
The incident highlights the importance of accountability in public safety regarding political figures.
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 months ago
Germany news

Inside Germany: Endless strikes, election debates and shock after Munich car attack

The Munich attack has intensified the debate on migration and security in Germany.
Confusion regarding the attacker's residency status complicates the public's understanding of migration issues.
more#public-safety
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Inside Germany: New coalition, Spargelzeit and a sausage-driven recovery

The new coalition agreement introduces stricter citizenship pathways while focusing on skilled labor immigration and economic relief measures for households.
#coalition-negotiations
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany politics

From citizenship to renting: What to expect when Germany's coalition talks conclude

Coalition negotiations between CDU-CSU and SPD are crucial; failure is not an option.
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago
Germany politics

Germany could withdraw citizenship due to 'antisemitism' DW 04/01/2025

Coalition negotiations between CDU/CSU and SPD are marked by contention, especially regarding immigration and citizenship laws.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

German government building meets obstacles DW 03/25/2025

The CDU/CSU alliance needs SPD support to form a government despite SPD's recent electoral defeat.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany politics

From citizenship to renting: What to expect when Germany's coalition talks conclude

Coalition negotiations between CDU-CSU and SPD are crucial; failure is not an option.
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago
Germany politics

Germany could withdraw citizenship due to 'antisemitism' DW 04/01/2025

Coalition negotiations between CDU/CSU and SPD are marked by contention, especially regarding immigration and citizenship laws.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

German government building meets obstacles DW 03/25/2025

The CDU/CSU alliance needs SPD support to form a government despite SPD's recent electoral defeat.
more#coalition-negotiations
#bundestag
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

German parliament sits for first time with AfD as main opposition

Germany's far-right AfD emerges as a strong opposition in a newly reformed parliament facing significant political challenges.
Pandemic of gender and diversity disparities in the new German parliament continues despite reforms.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany news

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

The new Bundestag has officially formed with 230 new parliamentarians, impacting German politics.
Mediation begins in public sector pay dispute to resolve strikes and negotiation failures.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

Germany: Left Party's Gregor Gysi in the Bundestag spotlight DW 03/24/2025

Gregor Gysi, longest-serving member of the Bundestag, reflects on his political journey since German reunification.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

Germany: Left Party's Gregor Gysi in the Bundestag spotlight DW 03/24/2025

Gregor Gysi, a veteran German politician, reflects on his journey and evolution of the Left Party since the reunification.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany politics

Germany's neoliberal FDP's desperate fight for survival DW 02/10/2025

The Free Democrats (FDP) face significant challenges in upcoming elections, struggling to garner necessary support for Bundestag representation.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

German parliament sits for first time with AfD as main opposition

Germany's far-right AfD emerges as a strong opposition in a newly reformed parliament facing significant political challenges.
Pandemic of gender and diversity disparities in the new German parliament continues despite reforms.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany news

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

The new Bundestag has officially formed with 230 new parliamentarians, impacting German politics.
Mediation begins in public sector pay dispute to resolve strikes and negotiation failures.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

Germany: Left Party's Gregor Gysi in the Bundestag spotlight DW 03/24/2025

Gregor Gysi, longest-serving member of the Bundestag, reflects on his political journey since German reunification.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

Germany: Left Party's Gregor Gysi in the Bundestag spotlight DW 03/24/2025

Gregor Gysi, a veteran German politician, reflects on his journey and evolution of the Left Party since the reunification.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany politics

Germany's neoliberal FDP's desperate fight for survival DW 02/10/2025

The Free Democrats (FDP) face significant challenges in upcoming elections, struggling to garner necessary support for Bundestag representation.
more#bundestag
#economic-growth
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Germany's anticipated debt package in the Bundesrat could revitalize defense and infrastructure projects, aiding economic recovery.
Germany ranks 22nd in happiness globally, surpassing the US, which is now 24th.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Germany's anticipated debt package in the Bundesrat could revitalize defense and infrastructure projects, aiding economic recovery.
Germany ranks 22nd in happiness globally, surpassing the US, which is now 24th.
more#economic-growth
#annalena-baerbock
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German Greens to join parliamentary opposition DW 02/25/2025

The Green Party's disappointing election results leave them in opposition and struggling for influence in the new government.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German Greens grapple with poor election result DW 02/25/2025

The Greens face a significant political setback, losing coalition status and experiencing a decrease in electoral support.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German election: Green's Baerbock wants to take back seat DW 03/05/2025

Baerbock declines parliamentary leader role, prioritizing personal reasons; coalition talks progress between CDU/CSU and SPD.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's Annalena Baerbock set for top UN job DW 03/19/2025

Annalena Baerbock has been nominated as the President of the United Nations General Assembly, a strategic career move following her party's political challenges.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German Greens to join parliamentary opposition DW 02/25/2025

The Green Party's disappointing election results leave them in opposition and struggling for influence in the new government.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German Greens grapple with poor election result DW 02/25/2025

The Greens face a significant political setback, losing coalition status and experiencing a decrease in electoral support.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German election: Green's Baerbock wants to take back seat DW 03/05/2025

Baerbock declines parliamentary leader role, prioritizing personal reasons; coalition talks progress between CDU/CSU and SPD.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's Annalena Baerbock set for top UN job DW 03/19/2025

Annalena Baerbock has been nominated as the President of the United Nations General Assembly, a strategic career move following her party's political challenges.
more#annalena-baerbock
#coalition-government
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

German election 2025 poll tracker: which party is leading and who could be chancellor?

Germany prepares for a general election on February 23 after its ruling coalition collapsed, indicating potential shifts in the political landscape.
Germany politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

What we learned from the German election that will bring change to the EU's leading power

The Independent prioritizes fact-based journalism and accessibility over paywalls, seeking reader support for ongoing reporting.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany set to spend big on army and infrastructure DW 03/05/2025

Germany's potential coalition partners aim to address significant budget shortfalls while increasing defense and infrastructure spending.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Sahra Wagenknecht: Rise and fall of Germany's shooting star DW 02/25/2025

Sahra Wagenknecht's BSW narrowly missed the Bundestag threshold, shaping potential coalition dynamics in German politics.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

German election 2025 poll tracker: which party is leading and who could be chancellor?

Germany prepares for a general election on February 23 after its ruling coalition collapsed, indicating potential shifts in the political landscape.
Germany politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

What we learned from the German election that will bring change to the EU's leading power

The Independent prioritizes fact-based journalism and accessibility over paywalls, seeking reader support for ongoing reporting.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany set to spend big on army and infrastructure DW 03/05/2025

Germany's potential coalition partners aim to address significant budget shortfalls while increasing defense and infrastructure spending.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Sahra Wagenknecht: Rise and fall of Germany's shooting star DW 02/25/2025

Sahra Wagenknecht's BSW narrowly missed the Bundestag threshold, shaping potential coalition dynamics in German politics.
more#coalition-government
#spd
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's oldest party between a rock and a hard place DW 03/04/2025

The SPD faces a significant electoral decline, highlighted by their poor performance in both the recent Hamburg elections and the February federal elections.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why did Germany's SPD party do so badly in the election? DW 03/04/2025

SPD shows signs of recovery in Hamburg elections, but faces significant long-term challenges in regaining voter trust.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's oldest party between a rock and a hard place DW 03/04/2025

The SPD faces a significant electoral decline, highlighted by their poor performance in both the recent Hamburg elections and the February federal elections.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why did Germany's SPD party do so badly in the election? DW 03/04/2025

SPD shows signs of recovery in Hamburg elections, but faces significant long-term challenges in regaining voter trust.
more#spd
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Green Party grappling with poor election result DW 02/25/2025

The Green Party faced a significant decline in support in the recent Bundestag elections, leading to feelings of frustration among its leaders.
#afd
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's far-right AfD: Proxies for Trump and Russia DW 02/24/2025

The AfD thrives on fear and conspiracy theories, framing Germany as on the brink of disaster.
Jurgen Elsasser, a key aficionado of the AfD, pushes alarming narratives to provoke fear and instigate action.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Unabashedly Provocative Youth Driving Germany's Far Right

The AfD party is gaining youthful support, shifting its image and increasing its presence in German politics despite being labeled extremist.
Germany news
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What to Know About German Far-Right Party AfD

AfD is likely to achieve its strongest election results yet, making it a significant factor in German politics.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's far-right AfD: Proxies for Trump and Russia DW 02/24/2025

The AfD thrives on fear and conspiracy theories, framing Germany as on the brink of disaster.
Jurgen Elsasser, a key aficionado of the AfD, pushes alarming narratives to provoke fear and instigate action.
Germany politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Unabashedly Provocative Youth Driving Germany's Far Right

The AfD party is gaining youthful support, shifting its image and increasing its presence in German politics despite being labeled extremist.
Germany news
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What to Know About German Far-Right Party AfD

AfD is likely to achieve its strongest election results yet, making it a significant factor in German politics.
more#afd
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Now is the time of monsters': young Berliners despair at far-right surge

The recent election in Germany has resulted in a significant rise of the far-right Alternative für Deutschland, leading to concerns about future governance.
#social-democrats
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Scholz trails conservative CDU/CSU in election polls DW 02/14/2025

The SPD is significantly trailing in the polls, making Olaf Scholz's hopes for reelection appear unrealistic.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Scholz trails conservative CDU/CSU in election polls DW 02/14/2025

The SPD is significantly trailing in the polls, making Olaf Scholz's hopes for reelection appear unrealistic.
more#social-democrats
#migration
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Germany's leadership change could shape EU immigration DW 02/19/2025

Friedrich Merz's push for tighter border controls threatens established asylum norms in Germany and the EU.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

In these dark times of racially charged election campaigns, the German left offers a flicker of hope | Fatma Aydemir

Political discourse in Germany is heavily focused on migration, with politicians exploiting fears around immigrants ahead of elections.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Germany's leadership change could shape EU immigration DW 02/19/2025

Friedrich Merz's push for tighter border controls threatens established asylum norms in Germany and the EU.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

In these dark times of racially charged election campaigns, the German left offers a flicker of hope | Fatma Aydemir

Political discourse in Germany is heavily focused on migration, with politicians exploiting fears around immigrants ahead of elections.
more#migration
World politics
US and Russia initiate Ukraine negotiations, excluding European leaders.
Concerns rise over air travel safety amid recent disasters.
Germany's political balance threatened by far-right cooperation.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany politics

A guide to Germany's political parties DW 02/17/2025

CDU/CSU focus on economic stability and tighter asylum policies, appealing to conservative Christian voters and small business owners, but face declining support.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

German election: Top candidates face public town hall DW 02/17/2025

The candidates debated vital issues like the economy, Ukraine, and migration, showcasing diverging views, particularly on US relations and neutrality in the Ukraine conflict.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German election: Candidates spar on economy, Ukraine, Vance DW 02/17/2025

The upcoming German election features a heated debate among four main candidates, showcasing sharp political divides, particularly over Ukraine and the economy.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

German Election Spotlight Turns to Trump

A tragic attack in Munich shifted news focus away from local violence to international political concerns, illustrating media and political dynamics.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German election: Churches go political amid social divisions DW 02/16/2025

Stricter asylum rules passed with conservative and far-right collaboration raise concerns over the health of German democracy.
#holocaust
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Vance and Musk Attack German Consensus on Nazis and Speech

The American vice president's visit to Dachau highlights ongoing concerns about rising political extremism and how history is understood today.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Germany news

German chancellor slams Vance's call for Europe to be inclusive of far-right parties

Chancellor Scholz rebuked VP Vance's remarks on far-right parties, underscoring Germany's commitment to never forget the Holocaust.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Vance and Musk Attack German Consensus on Nazis and Speech

The American vice president's visit to Dachau highlights ongoing concerns about rising political extremism and how history is understood today.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Germany news

German chancellor slams Vance's call for Europe to be inclusive of far-right parties

Chancellor Scholz rebuked VP Vance's remarks on far-right parties, underscoring Germany's commitment to never forget the Holocaust.
more#holocaust
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

German election 2025: Sahra Wagenknecht's big test with BSW DW 02/10/2025

The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance faces challenges in national elections due to regional support disparities and media coverage issues.
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