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The Latest: After weeks on hold, deal between Israel and Lebanon is progressing, says US official

The U.S.-brokered framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon is moving to technical discussions in Rome after weeks of stagnation

The Independent UK

Germany will buy Tomahawk missiles from US to address ‘strategic gap’

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The Independent UK

US approves sale of Tomahawk missiles to Germany, Chancellor Friedrich Merz says

The United States committed to granting formal approval for the sale of Tomahawk missiles and ground-based Typhoon launchers by August, although the number of missiles acquired would remain classified.

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Germany reaches deal with US to buy long-range Tomahawk missiles, Merz says

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced a deal with the United States to buy American-made Tomahawk cruise missiles and station them in Germany

The Independent UK

US approves sale of Tomahawk missiles to Germany: Friedrich Merz

Germany will purchase American Tomahawk cruise missiles for its defense. Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced this agreement on Thursday at a NATO meeting. These long-range missiles will help close a significant strategic gap in German defenses. Germany also plans to develop and station its own European missile systems. This decision follows…

The Economic Times

UN agencies condemn fresh aid cuts in Germany

Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s cabinet has approved a draft budget that would further reduce overseas development spending to increasing defence funding

The Independent UK

Could military-age Ukrainian men lose temporary protection status in Germany?

More than 260,000 Ukrainians of fighting age are living in Germany. As Kyiv and Berlin discuss ways to encourage their return, the question is: would they go back?

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When do you need to hand in a sick note in Europe and which sick pay systems are the most generous?

As Germany moves to clamp down on what the government sees as too many people taking sick leave, how do sick leave pay and medical certificate rules compare across Europe?

Euronews

Newsletter: Shining a light on who gets into the EU

In today's newsletter: Debate ratchets-up about how to grow the 27-member club, Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine's capital, and how the most high-ranking EU official will paper over a gaffe while at the NATO summit in Ankara.

Euronews

Thousands protest against Germany's far right as AfD party re-elects leadership

Thousands of demonstrators flooded the German city of Erfurt on Saturday in a bid to shut down the rising far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's annual congress and signalling their concern over echoes from Germany's Nazi past. The congress comes 100 years to the day since the Nazi Party held…

France 24

'Security of the Baltics is our security': Merz meets Baltic leaders before NATO summit

Days before the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany’s chancellor and Baltic leaders in Berlin pledged stronger deterrence against Russia and more aid for Ukraine.

Euronews

Where's the doctor's note? Germany tightens workplace rules, no more sick leaves over call or text

Germany is tightening its sick leave policy, requiring a doctor's note from day one of illness, a move Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes will boost the economy. Previously, employees enjoyed up to six weeks of paid sick leave per illness. This reform, alongside increased retirement age and flexible hiring, aims to…

The Times of India

Germany changes sick leave policy: 'We are abolishing sick leave by phone,' says Chancellor Merz; doctor's note required from day one of illness

Germany sick leave policy: Germany is set to tighten sick leave rules, requiring doctor's certificates from day one of absence upon the employer's request. This move, part of a broader economic reform package, aims to boost productivity and combat high absenteeism. Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted the need to address competitive…

The Economic Times

The far-right Alternative for Germany is buoyant as it eyes a slice of power in regional elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany is in a buoyant mood as it holds a convention this weekend

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International Business Times UK

'We Can No Longer Afford This': Germany's Sick Leave Crackdown Sparks Backlash Over Day One Doctor's Note Rule

Germany's Chancellor Merz announces a comprehensive economic reform package, including changes to sick leave, tax relief, and pension adjustments, aimed at revitalising the economy.

Euronews

Germany's Merz announces sweeping reforms: Tax cuts, pension overhaul and new sick leave rules

After seven hours of talks, the CDU/CSU-SPD coalition agreed on sweeping tax, labour and pension reforms, a breakthrough aimed at reviving the struggling economy and countering the rise of the far right.

The Economic Times

Germany's Infineon opens major chip plant as EU seeks tech autonomy

German semiconductor giant Infineon opened a five-billion-euro ($5.7 billion) microchip plant Thursday, as Europe seeks to bolster its high-tech autonomy. "We all want to further strengthen Europe's position as a semiconductor hub," Infineon CEO Jochen Hanebeck said at the opening ceremony.

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Germany’s Infineon opens major chip plant

DRESDEN, Germany - The German semiconductor giant Infineon opened a five-billion-euro ($5.7 billion) microchip plant on Thursday, as Europe seeks to bolster its high-tech autonomy.

The Guardian - UK

‘But we’re just 1% of emissions’: do smaller countries’ climate efforts matter?

Past and present leaders of wealthy nations such as UK and Germany have argued their actions are insignificant

The Guardian - UK

Unhappy families: Matthäus claims Germany travel plans caused World Cup rift

Lothar Matthäus, the former Germany captain turned pundit, has blamed the World Cup exit in part on the players’ efforts to have their families in tow

Euronews

Chancellor Merz: why his confusing X posts on Germany's World Cup exit

"You thrilled our country at this World Cup," wrote Chancellor Merz after the team’s exit – but reactions show he misread the mood. A second X post and his explanation for the debacle followed.

The Conversation

Germany’s proposal to ease trade tensions with China has not gone down well in Beijing

Trade tensions between the EU and China are deepening. On June 16, the EU’s trade chief, Maroš Šefčovič, said the bloc’s unbalanced trade relationship with China “had reached a point that requires a reset”. The German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, then criticised Beijing days later for what he claimed were its…

The Independent UK

EU releases 3 billion-euro loan package for Ukraine's recovery as part of 2-year commitment

The European Union has disbursed the first 3 billion-euro tranche of a 90 billion-euro loan to Ukraine

The Independent UK

EU investigates secret group chat between Zelensky and European leaders that ‘discussed how to deal with Trump’

The EU Commission rejected a request to publish details of the chat that contained Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer

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