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'You can count on us,' says Germany's president marking 70 years in NATO

Former West Germany sought protection as its 15th member on 6 May 1955 as concern grew about the Soviet army massed east of the Iron Curtain.

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Friedrich Merz picks pro-Kyiv foreign minister and promises German support for Ukraine

Chancellor-designate vows to tackle Russian aggression and appoints Johann Wadephul, an ex-soldier, to key role

The Guardian - UK

Business class passenger’s ‘jammed’ iPad forces Lufthansa flight to be diverted

The Germany-bound aircraft made an ‘unscheduled stopover’ due to the trapped tablet

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Winning hearts and power: how Mali’s military regime gained popular support

Mali’s interim president, Colonel d’Armée Assimi Goïta, who came to power in a coup on 18 August 2020, enjoys remarkably strong public support. Survey data from pan-African research network Afrobarometer and the Mali-Métre survey, run by Germany’s Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung since 2012, indicate high levels of satisfaction with junta rule. In the…

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'You can count on us.' German president marks 70 years of NATO membership with pledge for future

Germany's president says his country will step up in its new security role in Europe

The Independent UK

Germany’s Merz appoints MediaMarkt chief as new digital minister

First individual ministry for digital affairs in Germany.

Euronews

Germany's incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz announces cabinet posts

Seven ministries will go to the CDU, seven to the SPD and three to the CSU. It is now clear who the CDU and CSU want to send to the cabinet as ministers.

Euronews

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Putin Critic Johann Wadephul, Germany's Incoming Foreign Minister

Germany's next foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, is a former soldier, trained lawyer and conservative MP who has long been a strong supporter of military backing for Ukraine as it fights Russia's invasion.

International Business Times

AP PHOTOS: Bloody fingers are just part of the game in this traditional German sport

Men in short leather pants and embroidered suspenders risked dislocated digits as they vied for the top prize at Germany’s championship in the sport of fingerhakeln or finger wrestling.

The Independent UK

Bloody fingers are just part of the game in this traditional German sport

Men in short leather pants and embroidered suspenders risked dislocated digits as they vied for the top prize at Germany’s championship in the sport of fingerhakeln or finger wrestling

The Independent UK

Bergen-Belsen survivors mark 80th anniversary of camp’s liberation

About 180 British Jews and deputy PM Angela Rayner among those in attendance at event in northern Germany

The Guardian - UK

Which are the cheapest electric cars? 6 of the best budget-friendly EVs for around €25K

Switching to electric doesn't mean compromising on quality or breaking the bank. Here are the best options in Europe for value-for-money EVs.

Euronews

‘One mistake and their Germanness is gone’: how idea of stripping citizenship for crimes spread across Europe

Recent proposals put forward in countries such as Sweden, Finland and Germany reflect wider shift, say analysts

The Guardian - UK

Trump can’t decide who to blame for a failing peace deal that would only lead to further conflict

After a second consecutive night of deadly Russian air attacks – against the capital Kyiv on April 23 and the eastern Ukrainian city of Pavlohrad on April 24 – a ceasefire in Ukraine seems as unrealistic as ever.

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Calls for inquiry after German police kill black man outside nightclub

Officer suspended after shooting 21-year-old man from behind in Oldenburg in north-west Germany

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Couple Breaks Up After Guy’s Mom Jokingly Steals GF’s Seat To Separate Them

“Let’s see how you handle a little separation!”

Euronews

Opposite effect: Could Trump's tariffs end up cooling inflation in Europe?

Trump's tariff push may cool down rather than heat up inflation in Europe. Falling energy prices, a stronger euro and excess goods supply from China are disinflationary forces, likely prompting the ECB to consider deeper rate cuts down the road.

The Conversation

Far-right AfD tops German poll for first time – just weeks after Friedrich Merz’s election win

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has topped a national poll for the first time, prompting the popular Bild newspaper to carry the headline: “AfD breaks the magic barrier”. The poll put the AfD on 26% and the Christian democratic CDU/CSU on 25%.

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California’s economy surpasses Japan’s as it becomes fourth largest in world

State’s nominal GDP reaches $4.1tn, edging out Japan’s $4.02tn, ranking it behind the US, China and Germany

Euronews

Refugee allowance and rent compensation: Here's how benefits for Ukrainians are changing in Europe

The EU is hosting over 4.3 million Ukrainian refugees, with Germany having the largest share. Poland, Norway and other countries are adjusting their asylum policies. Here's how they compare.

International Business Times

Germany Expects Zero GDP Growth This Year, Blames Trump Tariffs

Germany's economy is expected to post zero growth in 2025, outgoing Economy Minister Robert Habeck said Thursday, blaming US President Donald Trump's trade policy.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: A herd of wild horses with origins in the 14th century still roams the German countryside

A herd of wild horses that traces its origins to the 14th century still roams the countryside in western Germany.

Euronews

Are EV sales boosting Europe’s car market despite global uncertainty?

Three of the four largest markets in the EU, including Germany, recorded robust double-digit growth in the EV sector.

Euronews

Construction lifts German sentiment to 9-month highs but trade clouds loom

Germany’s business morale rose to a 9-month high in April, yet sector confidence remains split. Manufacturing lags on trade fears, while construction and services gain.

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Australia calls for Israel to end Gaza aid blockade

Australia has added its voice to calls from the UK, France and Germany for Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza with the population at risk of starvation.

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