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‘No one talks about this’: Remembering Germany’s role in colonising Africa

How do Germans remember – or forget – their colonial history and role in the Berlin Conference that carved up Africa?

Al Jazeera

Friedrich Merz was the most pro-US politician in Germany – his shift could be historic for Europe

The lifelong Atlanticist was frank after his election victory: Nato is on the brink, and Germany must reassess its core beliefs on defence, says Jörg Lau, international correspondent for Die Zeit

The Guardian - UK

Trump and Europe: US ‘transactionalism on steroids’ is the challenge facing leaders now

Donald Trump has always been an avowed transactionalist rather than a transatlanticist. The author of The Art of the Deal made it clear during his first term as US president that he thought Nato was a bad deal for the US. He publicly berated European allies, notably Germany, for not…

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It’s 5 minutes to midnight for Germany’s economy, Bundesbank chief warns

The Bundesbank racked up its first loss since 1979, as president Joachim Nagel called on Germany's incoming government to save the economy.

Fortune

Anger over ‘tasteless’ parade float linking Jesus to church sex abuse

Germany’s Catholic Church has sharply criticised a carnival float made for a street parade in Cologne

The Independent UK

Colonising Africa: What happened at the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885?

This month marks 140 years since Western powers sidelined Africans and carved up ‘ownership’ of the continent.

Al Jazeera

Voices: Should the UK and Europe step away from Nato – and US influence? Join The Independent Debate

THE INDEPEDENT DEBATE: As Trump’s approach to negotiations with Putin over the war in Ukraine raises security concerns, Germany’s chancellor-in-waiting, Friedrich Merz, has urged Europe to reduce its reliance on Nato and the US

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The Chinese migrants hoping for a new life in Germany

A small but growing number of Chinese people are fleeing home, with their sights set on Germany thanks to its reputation as a safe haven for refugees

The Guardian - AU

German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defence fund

Friedrich Merz, expected to be next chancellor, has spoken of urgent need for ramped-up defence, but ‘blocking minority’ could form in future Bundestag

The Guardian - UK

‘I felt nothing but disgust’: Tesla owners vent their anger at Elon Musk

The tycoon’s links with Donald Trump and Germany’s far-right AfD have slammed the brakes on sales and put the car’s owners in a spin

The Guardian - UK

Trial Begins For Alleged Hamas Members In Germany

Trial in Germany for four Hamas members coordinating weapons caches in Europe, linked to attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets.

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Germany's Climate Leadership Continues Amid Government Transition

Germany's upcoming government change signals continued climate leadership with ambitious emission reduction goals and renewable energy focus.

Dynamite News

VFS Global launches cutting-edge AI Chatbot for UK visa applications

Developed by VFS Global’s AI Centres in India, the UAE, and Germany, this cutting-edge solution leverages Generative AI technology to deliver human-like, conversational support to applicants seeking information about their UK visa applications. Read further on Dynamite News:

Al Jazeera

Far-right AfD and socialist left win over young Germans, election reveals

Young Germans flocked to opposite ends of the political spectrum in the federal election, rejecting the centre.

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The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Macron warns Trump against ‘surrender’ in Ukraine

US and French presidents disagree over aid and efforts to secure a lasting peace in Ukraine. Plus, are airships the future again?

The Guardian - UK

Tesla sales almost halve in Europe as Musk faces criticism over Trump ties

Tech billionaire, a close adviser to the US president, is a vocal supporter of Germany’s far-right AfD party

Al Jazeera

Germany’s Merz lashes out at Trump’s US while trying to form coalition

Triumphant CDU leader hits out at Washington and calls for stronger European security amid attempts to build government.

Fortune

German bosses blame economic woes on young 'work-shy' employees calling in sick

Germany’s economy would have grown by 0.5% instead of contracting in 2023 if illness wasn’t so high, researchers say.

The Guardian - UK

Tusk says European leaders heading to London to discuss joint plans on defence – as it happened

Polish prime minister says EU leaders will meet on Sunday and calls for greater defence mobilisation across Europe

Latin Times

Anti-Elon Musk Group Goes Viral With 'Swasticar' Ad After German Election: 'From 0 to 1939 in 3 Seconds'

UK group Everyone Hates Elon went viral for posting parody ads for Tesla's "Swasticar" with an image of Musk making a Nazi salute after the tech billionaire helped Germany's far-right party become the second-most powerful in the nation.

The Independent UK

Who are the AfD? Germany’s new far-right opposition and the subject of Elon Musk’s infatuation

The success of the far-right AfD is a ‘final warning’ to democratic parties, the winner of Germany’s election warns

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