Mass protests across Germany after AfD gains point to rising political risk for companies, investors and regional business planning.
France warned CNews it could face criminal action if it gives airtime to expelled former RT France chief Ksenia Fedorova.
Germany’s foreign minister says support for Ukraine should also create procurement opportunities for German defense manufacturers.
AfD’s projected win in Saxony-Anhalt drew sharp reactions from Poland, Czechia and France, raising questions over coalition strategy in Europe.
AfD won Saxony-Anhalt with 43.8 percent, but coalition arithmetic leaves BSW, the CDU and minority-government scenarios at the center of the next phase.
Kaja Kallas cancelled an EU defence expert group after German and Italian objections, exposing tensions over defence governance and NATO planning.
Germany plans a counter-drone and cyber shield that would give critical infrastructure operators a larger role in national defense.
Latvia says a Leipzig sabotage suspect had been living in Russia, deepening a case with implications for logistics security, visas and EU sanctions policy.
Volkswagen has approved a historic restructuring plan focused on model cuts, plant reviews, asset optimization and about 50,000 job reductions.
Russia said it will close Goethe-Institut branches after Germany terminated the pact governing the Russian House in Berlin and the institute’s work in Russia.
Germany’s closure of Russian facilities signals a broader strategy of constraining Moscow’s operational reach, not just issuing a diplomatic protest.
Germany’s foreign investment rose 50% in 2025 to EUR 86 billion, with UK firms surging and US companies sharply cutting their commitments.
Annalena Baerbock will join Columbia University as co-director of a global leadership master's program after completing her term as UN General Assembly President.
The US has removed Syria from its terrorism sponsors list and lifted sanctions on HTS, signaling a major policy shift amid evolving regional geopolitics and economic reintegration.
Russia is reportedly orchestrating covert sabotage on European defense plants using criminal networks, testing NATO's response limits without triggering collective defense actions.
The EU commits to ongoing support for Ukraine, emphasizing long-term integration and sustained sanctions on Russia to ensure regional stability and security.
In 2025, the wage gap between German and foreign full-time employees remains at 23.6%, reflecting ongoing disparities in sectoral employment and qualification levels.
Over 300 Ukrainian soldiers have deserted combat training programs in Germany since 2022, exposing challenges in military personnel management and international cooperation.
Germany’s conservative CDU/CSU block falls to 20% support, while far-right AfD leads at 28%, signaling strategic shifts ahead of regional elections.
Germany faces a surge in drone incursions near Bundeswehr bases, prompting new counter-drone technology initiatives amid evolving hybrid security threats.
Germany warns of increasing hybrid warfare threats and enhances anti-drone capabilities with a new national research center to protect critical infrastructure.
Over 8.4 million Ukrainians live abroad amid ongoing conflict, significantly altering the country's demographic and economic landscape and presenting challenges for recovery.
Russia has shifted the Northern Fleet’s anti-submarine ship Admiral Levchenko to the Baltic Sea near Germany, supporting its maritime oil shipments amid regional naval realignments.
NATO discusses expanding tactical nuclear weapons deployment in Europe, focusing on Poland, Finland, and Lithuania amid evolving Russian threats and shifting legal frameworks.
Germany classifies 410 individuals as Islamist threats, highlighting challenges in counterterrorism and raising calls for improved deradicalization and preventive measures.
Germany’s Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder resigns as Chancellor Friedrich Merz nominates Steffen Bilger amid party tensions and strategic government reshuffles.
A Kremlin-linked bot network launched a disinformation campaign in eastern Germany aimed at influencing regional election outcomes by spreading fake media content.
CSU leader Alexander Hoffmann calls for a Germany-Ukraine intergovernmental pact to acquire Ukraine's advanced drone technologies, enhancing German defense capabilities.
US military deaths in the conflict with Iran rise to 17 as new casualties occur and strategic deployments increase amid escalating regional tensions.
Germany defends the International Criminal Court as the U.S. intensifies its campaign against the tribunal, highlighting competing visions for international justice and sovereignty.
Germany recorded 5,862 military service refusals in H1 2027 amid new conscription reforms and rising security tensions, surpassing totals from previous years.
Two individuals were detained for suspected arson following a massive wildfire near Paris that destroyed over 1,300 hectares and forced 1,000 evacuations amid France's intense heatwave.
German President Steinmeier calls for Europe to respond firmly to geopolitical challenges from Russia and the US, highlighting social reforms and democratic resilience amid rising far-right support.
Germany announces a record €124.7 billion defense budget for 2026, marking a significant increase amid NATO’s evolving military spending landscape and U.S. pressure.
Germany's 2027 budget includes a 6% spending increase and a 32.7% rise in defense funding amid security concerns, sparking debate over fiscal priorities and economic growth.
Canada selects Germany's TKMS to build up to 12 advanced submarines, boosting NATO's Arctic defense and signaling deeper transatlantic cooperation.
A recent Insa poll shows 45% of Germans oppose banning the far-right AfD party despite its lead over CDU/CSU, highlighting political divisions and implications for Germany's corporate landscape.
A DGB study reveals 40% of German workers doubt they can continue working until pension age due to heavy physical and mental job demands, prompting calls for improved labor conditions.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs calls for NATO to prepare for possible escalation with Russia, stressing the need for stronger military capabilities beyond increased defense budgets.
Two German brothers admitted to breaching EU sanctions by routing machine component shipments through shell companies in Kyrgyzstan and Turkey to Russia.
The EU reduces duty-free steel import quotas by 47%, imposing a 50% tariff on excess imports to protect its domestic steel industry from global oversupply, especially from China.
German and US foreign ministers reaffirmed their partnership and discussed NATO contributions and support for Ukraine amid global economic and geopolitical challenges.
Russian anti-war activist Ilya Shkolny wins asylum in Germany after a three-year legal struggle and initial deportation refusals amid concerns over political persecution.
Donald Trump praised Ukrainian President Zelensky’s resilience in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war while criticizing European allies, highlighting shifting geopolitical and strategic dynamics.
Belgium issued one-day visas to five Taliban representatives to attend an EU meeting in Brussels on Afghan deportations, highlighting complex migration and security challenges.
A Russian military drone struck a residential building in Kharkiv causing a fire, while a missile attack in Odessa left one dead and multiple injured, intensifying regional security concerns.
Germany urges Turkey to exclude Russian gas from future EU energy contracts, highlighting geopolitical shifts and challenges in transitioning energy sources.
The EU has quietly initiated diplomatic contacts with Kremlin officials as part of a strategic move to prepare for potential peace negotiations over the Ukraine conflict.
G7 leaders pledge new sanctions targeting Russia's oil and gas sectors and increase military aid to Ukraine, including advanced weaponry and support for domestic arms production.
Germany’s workforce shortage is projected to increase by 4.3 million by 2036 due to baby boomer retirements and slower immigration, prompting strategic shifts in labor management.