The Latest Breaking News from Germany

‘We had no idea this was coming’: Pentagon left scrambling to find solutions after Pete Hegseth decides to abandon ‘model ally’ at the last minute

It was meant to be a month-long rotation.

We Got This Covered · May 16

Humpback whale released after huge rescue effort discovered dead off the coast of Denmark

A humpback whale found dead this week off a Danish island has been identified as the animal released two weeks ago

The Independent UK · May 16

German Intelligence Flags Watermelon Symbol as Extremist Indicator When Used to Outline a Map of Palestine

Germany's intelligence agency has classified the watermelon symbol as an extremist indicator when used to outline a Palestinian state over Israel, sparking debate over civil liberties and political expression.

International Business Times UK · May 16

Via Transportation Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Via Transportation (NYSE:VIA) reported first-quarter 2026 results that topped its internal guidance, with executives pointing to accelerating demand for its transit technology platform, a growing pipeline of larger network-wide contracts and continued progress toward profitability. Co-founder and C

MarketBeat · May 15

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

The Independent UK · May 15

Pentagon Officials Blindsided by Hegseth's Poland Troop Halt: 'We Had No Idea This Was Going to Happen'

The decision comes just weeks after the Pentagon announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, fueling broader concerns among NATO allies

Latin Times · May 15

German leader Merz says he ‘would not advise my children to go’ to US

Chancellor says he no longer views US as land of opportunity amid ‘deeply polarising’ social climate

The Guardian - UK · May 15

EU's push to deport Afghan refugees brings the Taliban back to the table

The European Union is moving towards closer cooperation with Afghanistan's Taliban regime over the return of Afghan migrants, despite legal and human rights concerns about sending people back to the country.

Radio France Internationale · May 15

German chancellor Merz advises young people against living in US amid Trump row

Merz previously angered President Trump last month by suggesting the US was being humiliated in the Iran war

The Independent UK · May 15

Merz and Trump hold “good” phone call, German Chancellor says

German Chancellor Merz said earlier phone discussions with US President Donald Trump included the situation of the Strait of Hormuz and an agreement that Tehran should not possess nuclear weapons.

Euronews · May 15