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French nuclear deterrence for Europe: how effective could it be against Russia?

In February 2020, French President Emmanuel Macron said it was time to reflect on the European dimension of French nuclear deterrence. He proposed a strategic dialogue as well as joint nuclear exercises between European partners. Five years later, Germany’s likely next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, responded to this call, advocating an extension…

The Conversation

Israel’s Gaza aid freeze risks breaking international law, UK and allies warn

The UK, France and Germany said humanitarian aid ‘should never be contingent on a ceasefire or used as a political tool’.

The Independent UK

Germany to ease government debt limits in major step aimed at boosting economy, defense spending

The two political parties expected to form the next German government have agreed to significantly loosen the country’s constitutional restriction on borrowing, enabling 1 trillion euros ($1.08 trillion) or more in new borrowing and spending on defense and infrastructure

The Independent UK

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Europe will need thousands more tanks and troops to mount a credible military defence without the US

Following Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky’s already infamous row in the Oval Office, transatlantic relations are taking a nosedive. In the days following the meeting, Trump has cut all military aid to Ukraine, leaving Europe to face the prospect of similar treatment in the near future.

The Conversation

“We just told them to get out!” Why Iron Maiden have banned record label staff from the studio since 1982

Iron Maiden’s label representatives haven’t been allowed to hear what the metal legends are recording since as far back as The Number Of The Beast

Metal Hammer

Stocks Rally On Tariff Relief Hopes, German Spending Plan

Many stock markets rallied Wednesday, buoyed by Germany's plan to massively boost spending on defence, signals that US President Donald Trump could ease huge tariffs and China's economic targets.

International Business Times

Germany Set For Massive Rearmament As Divide With US Widens

Germany is set to rearm in a way not seen since World War II after likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz said his government would vastly increase defence spending.

International Business Times

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Rwanda slams UK 'betrayal' as sanctions pile up from Canada, Germany over DRC conflict

A week after the announcement of British sanctions against Rwanda for its involvement alongside the M23 in the conflict in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kigali is complaining about what it sees as the UK's "betrayal". Meanwhile, Canada and Germany have also announced sanctions for the same…

Radio France Internationale

European markets soar as Germany moves to lift ‘debt brake’ and raise defence spending

Berlin’s ‘big bazooka’ proposal sends industrial stocks surging but fiscal sea change also hikes borrowing costs

The Guardian - UK

'Germany is back': Country agrees bumper $1.3 trillion spending package to revive economy

Germany's coalition agreed a landmark deal to exempt defense spending from its harsh debt brakes, in addition to unveiling a $535 billion infrastructure pledge.

Fortune

Be grateful you’re still here: Germany’s rebuke of a grieving mother exposes its deepening anti-immigrant mood

Emiş Gürbüz’s son was murdered in Hanau by a far right terrorist. Her plea for justice five years on drew a shocking reaction from the state, says Guardian columnist Fatma Aydemir

The Guardian - UK

Fires used to terrify city residents. New research suggests climate change could see this fear return

For centuries, fire was one of the major fears for city-dwellers. Dense cities built largely of wood could – and did – burn. In 1666, a fire in a bakery went on to destroy two-thirds of the city of London, leaving 85% of residents homeless. In 1871, fire burned out huge areas…

The Conversation

Public urged to commemorate VE Day 80th anniversary with street parties

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark when the Allies formally accepted Germany’s surrender in 1945.

Evening Standard

Germany's likely next governing parties seek looser debt rules for more defense spending

The prospective partners in Germany’s next government say they will seek to loosen the nation’s rules on running up debt to allow for higher defense spending

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Germany suspends new financial aid to Rwanda over alleged support for M23 rebels in Congo

Germany’s development ministry says it will suspend new financial commitments to Rwanda over that country's alleged support of the M23 rebels in neighboring eastern Congo

The Independent UK

Boy, 7, run over and killed by bin lorry in front of horrified father

Police investigate after boy cycling to school in Hamburg, Germany was hit by a turning rubbish truck

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Bridegroom's Oak: Love Letters Lead To Lasting Relationships

Discover the enchanting Bridegroom's Oak in Germany, a centuries-old tree that has united lovers worldwide through its unique love mailbox.

Al Jazeera

‘We will be a loud voice’: Leftist leader Reichinnek woos young Germans

The Die Linke star behind the party’s rise in recent elections says there is ‘real momentum for progressive politics’.

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The Independent UK

How a German tree has connected lovers for more than a century

At least 50 to 60 letters are delivered to a forest in northern Germany each month

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Driver Rams Car Into Crowd In Mannheim, Germany

Investigation into a car-ramming incident in Mannheim, Germany resulting in two deaths and 11 injuries. Authorities rule out extremist motives. Public safe...

The Guardian - UK

‘People see it as invasive’: did anti-green feeling fuel the right’s rise in Germany?

A backlash against climate initiatives appears to have resonated in conservative strongholds – and could influence future policy

Digital Camera World

GuruShots: Winning images from the latest Mostly White photo challenge

We teamed up with online photo game GuruShots to showcase the very best images from the latest 'Mostly White' competition

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Driver Rams Car Into Crowd In Mannheim, Germany

Tragic car-ramming incident in Mannheim results in one death and multiple injuries, raising concerns of deliberate attacks using vehicles in Germany.

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Deadly Car Ramming Incident In Mannheim, Germany

Tragedy strikes in Mannheim, Germany as a car ramming incident leads to one fatality and multiple injuries. Recent attacks raise concerns about public safe...

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Police Responding To Incident In Mannheim, Germany

German police respond to an incident in Mannheim city center, urging people to avoid the area. Stay updated for further details.

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