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Israel and Russia: “Double standards of the Merz government exposed”: Is the government's line credible? While in the case of Russia a war contrary to ...
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International calls for de-escalation in the Middle East: Countries around the world are calling on Israel and Iran to stop attacks and take the diplomatic route ...
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Union politicians open to a return to compulsory military service: should women also be conscripted?
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Union Prepares Military for Possible Conscription ReturnUp to 60,000 additional soldiers may join the Bundeswehr; legislation is being drafted to enable this shift.
- Jens Spahn advocates establishing Bundeswehr structures to allow a swift reintroduction of conscription.
- Defense Minister Pistorius proposes a two-step model starting with voluntary service and reserving conscription as backup.
- The SPD remains divided, emphasizing voluntary service and improvements in military infrastructure.
- The Bundestag will have the final say on whether conscription is reinstated.
It should not be about being able to wage a large land war in Europe.— Ralf Stegner (SPD) expressed his views on the goals of the conscription and warned against massive rearmament.
New minister on her origins: “My relatives were either killed or emigrated”: Karin Prien is the first federal minister to publicly discuss her Jewish roots ...
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Karin Prien on Heritage and Political ChallengesServing as education minister for one month, Prien discusses rising antisemitism, family history, and the role of remembrance culture in Germany.
- Karin Prien is Germany’s first federal minister to openly acknowledge her Jewish roots and highlights the persistence of antisemitism.
- She advocates for greater visibility of Jewish life and stresses Germany’s historical responsibility towards Israel.
- Prien identifies education and awareness in schools as essential tools to address antisemitism and societal polarization.
- The minister also addresses integration issues, her party leadership’s controversies, and her experiences as a woman in politics.
My relatives have either been killed or emigrated.— Karin Prien, new federal minister, discusses her Jewish roots and her family's history.
CDU: The pension pact: How the Junge Union wants to drive the Chancellor: A group of young CDU members of parliament is pushing for a major pension reform ...
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Paid articlePaywallFederal Council approves night hunting and permanently mounted night vision devices
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Israel attacks Iran: How is Germany reacting?: Israel attacks Iran, which retaliates with retaliatory strikes. Meanwhile, fears of a conflagration in the Middle ...
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Bundeswehr general sees very high threat level in Baltic NATO states: "We are preparing for everything"
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Chancellor Merz at the G7 summit in Canada: Global politics under Donald Trump: The topics at the G7 summit in Canada range from the war against Ukraine to the ...
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OpinionMask affair: Spahn damages the reputation of politics: Hundreds of millions of tax euros were lost because Jens Spahn made mistakes as Minister of Health ...
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Spahn’s Mask Scandal Threatens CDU CredibilityMask procurement errors in early 2020 cost hundreds of millions, risking trust in Spahn and Chancellor Merz.
- Jens Spahn is accused of costly mistakes during mask procurement as Health Minister in March 2020.
- His current defensive stance intensifies loss of credibility amid public and political scrutiny.
- As CDU parliamentary leader, Spahn faces strong pressure to clarify his past decisions transparently.
- A candid review could mitigate damage to both his reputation and Chancellor Merz’s standing.
Walls will certainly not work.— Former Health Minister Jens Spahn on the necessity to communicate openly about his decisions.
Merz: German claim to leadership in artificial intelligence - Golem.de: According to a study, a leading role in AI, as Chancellor Merz would like to see ...
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Why a farmer converted his entire agricultural transport logistics to trucks: Michael Kapell has converted his entire transport logistics to trucks in recent ...
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Investment booster: Federal states fear high tax losses: The planned tax relief for companies and farmers is meeting with resistance in the Bundesrat ...
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Controls also in Schengen: Merz praises open internal borders and warns of tight external borders
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Chancellor: Government agrees: Merz rejects demands from SPD "manifesto" on Russia
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SPD Members Call for New Approach to Russia PolicyTwo weeks before the party congress, SPD members spark intense debate with a peace manifesto challenging current military policies.
- Several SPD politicians defend a manifesto that urges moving away from rearmament and increasing cooperation with Russia despite internal criticism.
- Ralf Stegner stresses the need for both military aid to Ukraine and diplomatic talks with Russia, acknowledging that rearmament alone is ineffective.
- The manifesto aims to stimulate broad discussion within the SPD and address consequences from recent election defeats.
- Reactions within the party vary, with some endorsing the paper while others reject cooperation with Russia amid the ongoing conflict.
You cannot militarily defeat Russia.— Ralf Stegner, Member of the Bundestag and foreign policy expert, defends the controversial manifesto on the joint morning magazine of ARD and ZDF.
Reaction of the German government: Many talks, great concern - but no criticism of Israel
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Paid articlePaywallAdmission ban for Afghans? Merz's course is faltering: Chancellor Friedrich Merz's plan to halt the federal admission program for Afghanistan is faltering ...
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USDA confirms global record wheat harvest: In its June forecast, the USDA slightly raises the 2025/26 global wheat harvest to a record level of 808 ...
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OpinionGermany shackled: Why the new government won't bring change: The black-red coalition has improved the mood in Germany. But how much substance do Merz and ...
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Tax rises 'now inevitable' to pay for Reeves's £2trn spending: Economists have predicted that further tax increases will be needed at the next Budget to fund the ...
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Middle East attacks in the live ticker: +++ 09:45 Merz informed by Netanyahu about attack - call for restraint +++
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Did Chancellor Merz copy in his book?: First Annalena Baerbock, then Robert Habeck and now Friedrich Merz. Plagiarism investigator Stefan Weber accuses the ...
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After Israel's attack on Iran: How the German government is responding to the situation in the Middle East
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Paid articlePaywallJohann Wadephul is the Minister for Inconvenient Truths in the Merz cabinet. That's why he is already being touted as a shaky candidate ...
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Germany’s Merz says Netanyahu informed him of attack on Iran: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about Israel’s ...
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Ukraine war: All the latest news in the ticker: The Ukrainian secret service has scored a coup with its strike against the Russian bomber fleet ...
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OpinionIsrael's attack on Iran: Chancellor Merz warns against further escalation: Following the start of Israel's attack on Iran, the German government is urging the ...
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Hitler, feminists or social democrats: Who invented gendering?: Almost everyone uses gender. Even the Federal Chancellor. Where the idea of explicitly mentioning ...
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The new basic insecurity: The Merz-CDU wants to return to Hartz IV. But it's not really about saving tax money. The reform is intended to intimidate workers so ...
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Trouble in the CDU/CSU: For Chancellor Merz, the SPD manifesto is a disaster: With their paper, the SPD members around Mützenich and Stegner are not only ...
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Two farmers convicted for spreading manure on snow-covered fields: Two farmers in the Swiss canton of Schwyz spread manure on their fields with remaining snow ...
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Krombacher and Veltins announce beer price increase: Two of Germany's largest breweries are raising beer prices in October. The industry is now eagerly ...
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Cumbrian Labour MPs have welcomed the chancellor’s spending review: Cumbrian Labour MPs have welcomed the chancellor’s long awaited spending review.
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The SPD's old guard want to talk to Russia. The firewall chancellor has thus created the first flashpoint in his own ranks
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Children on Farm Machinery: An Underestimated Danger: Maneuvering large machinery is an integral part of everyday life for many children on farms ...
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Asparagus is Germany's most common vegetable - | But it grows even more here.
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Parkinson's disease has been recognized as an occupational disease by the SVLFG (Association of German Farmers' Associations)
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Taurus explosion: Pistorius bluntly rejects Zelensky's request - | and suddenly sounds completely different from Merz
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Germany Pledges Billions More Military Aid to UkraineBoris Pistorius announced €1.9 billion in aid, potentially raising Germany’s total 2024 support for Ukraine to €9 billion.
- Defense Minister Boris Pistorius pledged an additional €1.9 billion in military aid during a visit to Kyiv.
- The funds aim to finance long-range missiles and investments in Ukraine’s defense industry.
- A three-year plan for delivering the Iris-T defense system was revealed, while Taurus cruise missiles remain excluded.
- Russia has intensified drone and rocket attacks amidst ongoing international peace efforts.
I can say for Germany that we entered this year with support for Ukraine of four billion euros.— Boris Pistorius at a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv.
German Working Group for Peasant Agriculture: EU must intervene in agricultural markets
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Netherlands to cull another 240,000 sows: Billion-dollar phase-out programs are causing pig populations to plummet dramatically. By 2030 ...
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Germany’s tough-on-migration turn leaves Afghans in perilous limbo: Germany, like the U.S., is closing its door to Afghans facing persecution by the Taliban.
politico.eu/article/germany-migration-leaves-afghans-limbo-friedrich-merz-asylum-seekers-donald-trump-us-spd-afd/
The Kremlin's fantasies of conquest: Selensky warns of Putin's expansion plans as far as Romania
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Germany as a military power - is that what we really want?: Should Germany become a military power? NZZ discusses
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Embezzlement at the State Office for Nature Conservation: We have too few controls
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Spontaneity is a feared quality in top politics: Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz is said to occasionally talk too much from the gut. Spontaneity comes across ...
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OpinionBlack-Red: CDU/CSU drives SPD to the wall - this is what's behind it: The CDU/CSU and its chancellor are getting started. Meanwhile, the SPD's mouth is still ...
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Green Party leader in an early start: "Who is Merz actually governing with?": The "manifesto" of SPD left-wingers on foreign and security policy continues to ...
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Lower Saxony State Office for Nature Conservation: Serious Allegation of Embezzlement
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How farmers can legally transport more with trucks: Trucks are taking on more and more transport tasks. They offer a higher payload and are more efficient on the ...
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After SPD manifesto: “There's nothing objectionable in the paper”: In an interview, Rolf Mützenich explains why he sees no alternative to talking to Putin and ...
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Paid articlePaywall OECD ranking: Germans work the least - Merz calls for more commitment: According to the OECD, Germans work the least among industrialized nations ...
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Armin Laschet on Merz office manager: proof that East Germans can rise even without a quota
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Germany calls on Israel and Iran to refrain from steps that could destabilize entire region
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OpinionRachel Reeves seized her moment – whatever the future brings, Labour’s economic course is now set
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Labour Sets Firm Economic Direction After Spending ReviewThe 2025 spending review commits to higher taxes likely this autumn to fund defense, health, and housing investments.
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- The 2025 spending review establishes the British state’s budget priorities until the next general election.
- Planned tax increases, including potential council tax rises, aim to support defense, health, and housing sectors.
- Reeves promotes a social democratic agenda emphasizing economic growth and social mobility outside London.
- Despite early challenges, Reeves maintains solid cabinet backing and strengthened her leadership through the review.
It really is a pivotal time for her.— A well-connected former Whitehall mandarin said this in the context of Rachel Reeves' challenging first year as Chancellor.
Philipp Amthor: "Anyone who doesn't know the difference between right-wing and right-wing extremist is pretty oblivious to history"
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Change at the Federal Intelligence Service: Daimler, Kabul, Baghdad, Kyiv - | and now off to the BND
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AfD trend slowed: Merz scores points in new poll: The AfD is losing ground, while Merz increases his lead. This should not only bring relief to the chancellor's ...
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Merz Gains Support as AfD Declines in June PollA June 2025 survey reveals Merz’s approval at 36%, Union leads with 27%, AfD drops to 23%, and SPD holds 16% support.
- Friedrich Merz’s satisfaction rating increased by 13 points to 36 percent according to a recent Insa poll.
- Approval for the black-red coalition rose to 37 percent, indicating growing public support.
- The Union leads the party rankings at 27 percent while the AfD falls to 23 percent, seemingly deciding the close race.
- Other parties like SPD and Left lost one point each, whereas the Greens gained slightly.
More than a third of voters are satisfied with Friedrich Merz as Chancellor.— This is shown by a survey conducted by the polling institute Insa for Bild am Sonntag.
Ukraine news: Merz accuses Russia of “most serious war crimes”: Ukraine news ticker: Russia attacks Ukraine again with air strikes. Chancellor Merz sharply ...
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War Developments and Diplomatic Tensions in Ukraine ConflictRussia continues attacks amid stalled prisoner exchanges and upcoming US-Russia diplomatic talks in Moscow.
- Chancellor Merz accused Russia of committing the gravest war crimes through targeted attacks on Ukrainian civilians.
- Progress in the prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine remains slow despite an agreement reached in early June in Istanbul.
- Russian frontline casualties are rising daily, with over a thousand soldiers killed or wounded in a single day.
- Russia and the United States plan a diplomatic meeting in Moscow, though restoring relations remains distant.
I have said that Viktor is making a serious historical mistake.— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy regarding Viktor Orbán's policy towards Ukraine.
Cattle farmers hesitant to sell - Is the slaughter cattle market running hot?: Slaughterhouses are perplexed by the continuing rise in cattle prices ...
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Billionaire vs. President: Musk Regrets "Some" Tweets About Trump: Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump recently engaged in a public ...
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Musk Expresses Regret Over Trump CriticismWithin days, Musk's softened tone sparked cautious reconciliation after a $150bn market loss for Tesla amid their feud.
- Elon Musk expressed regret for some of his recent posts about Donald Trump, admitting they were excessive.
- Trump responded positively to Musk’s apology, describing it as a 'very nice' gesture.
- Following a phone call, both men began easing tensions, and Musk deleted several critical posts.
- Experts believe Musk aims to mend the relationship to safeguard his businesses and lucrative government contracts.
I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far.— Elon Musk expresses regret over his critical comments about Trump in a post on his platform X.
Government to end use of hotels for asylum seekers – Chancellor: Rachel Reeves set out how funding will be provided to cut the asylum backlog and save taxpayers ...
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How do pig farmers look to the future?: How will pig farms develop in the coming years? Which factors influence the mood? The ISN wants to shed light on this and ...
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Merz wants to abolish the solidarity tax - who really benefits?: Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to abolish the solidarity surcharge and reduce ...
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BND: Martin Jäger is apparently set to become the new head of the BND: According to a media report, Chancellor Merz has appointed a successor to the post of head ...
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RTL/ntv Trend Barometer: Merz gains popularity, Left and Greens neck and neck: Chancellor Merz's inaugural visit to Washington was also praised by those ...
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Merz Boosts Union as SPD Support DeclinesUnion leads with 27%, AfD rises to 24%, SPD drops to 14%; Merz’s approval increases following his Washington visit with Trump.
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s popularity has grown one month after taking office, especially after his meeting with US President Trump.
- The Union holds 27 percent support, while the AfD climbs to 24 percent; SPD and Greens lose ground and now share similar support levels.
- Forty percent of respondents approve of Merz’s performance, with notably higher satisfaction in western Germany compared to the east.
- Key political issues identified are the war in Ukraine, economic conditions, and US policies regarding Trump and tariffs.
SPD manifesto: CDU politicians speak of "denial of reality": Several SPD politicians are calling for Germany to get closer to Russia again ...
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OpinionRachel Reeves was right - now it's time to give her some credit: She held her ground, rejected Treasury orthodoxy, and forced through a significant change
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Shooting spree by a former student: Eleven dead at a high school in Graz - | what we know so far
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Memorial and Investigation After Graz ShootingEleven victims died in the Graz attack; authorities continue probing motives while legal firearm possession is scrutinized.
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- A 21-year-old gunman killed nine people at his former school and himself; another victim succumbed to injuries later.
- Authorities discovered a farewell letter in the suspect’s home, which provided no explanation for the attack.
- The perpetrator legally owned a shotgun and a handgun, both used during the incident and found at the scene.
- Austria observes a nationwide moment of silence at 10 a.m. as part of a three-day period of national mourning.
He apparently met the requirements, otherwise he would not have legally obtained this firearm.— Franz Ruf, Director of Public Safety, in ORF about the legal requirements for the perpetrator's gun ownership.
Philipp Amthor: “Anyone who doesn't know the difference between right-wing and far-right is pretty oblivious to history”
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Once again, a rotor blade breaks on a Nordex wind turbine.: Once again, a blade has broken on a Nordex wind turbine. This time in Lübz in Mecklenburg-Western ...
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China triggers artificial rainfall in the grain belt: China is relying on artificial rain to combat drought in parts of the country. Airplanes and drones are ...
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National Prize: Merz gives laudation for Biontech founders Türeci and Şahin: Friedrich Merz honors Biontech founders Özlem Türeci and Uğur Şahin for their ...
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Paid articlePaywall Farewell to the export world champion? What Merz is really putting at risk: Germany's prosperity has historically been based on its exports. Now Friedrich Merz ...
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Germany's Merz condemns Russian 'terror against civilians' in Ukraine: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday slammed Russian 'terror against the ...
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Polls show: The longer Merz is in office, the better the population is receiving him.
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Merz Boosts Union Support and Voter ConfidenceUnion rises to 27%, Merz gains 13 points in popularity, AfD drops to 23%, and government satisfaction climbs to 37%.
- Friedrich Merz increases his popularity as CDU chancellor candidate to 36 percent.
- The Union rises to 27 percent, while the AfD declines to 23 percent.
- Most Germans back Merz’s migration policies and appreciate his leadership style.
- Public satisfaction with the federal government grows by eight points to 37 percent.
The majority of Germans support Merz's migration policy.— Hermann Binkert, head of Insa, regarding public support for Friedrich Merz's migration policy.
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz on compulsory military service: "Additional steps" not ruled out
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Rachel Reeves to unveil £39bn housing boost in spending review shake-up: Chancellor promises biggest investment in social and affordable homes in a generation to ...
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Ten people killed in school shooting in Austria: Presumed shooter and several students killed in attack in city of Graz, says mayor
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Tragedy Strikes Graz School with Ten DeadOn June 10, a 21-year-old killed ten people in Graz, prompting a three-day national mourning and marking Austria's deadliest school shooting.
- A 21-year-old gunman killed ten individuals at a high school in Graz, marking Austria's worst attack of this kind.
- The perpetrator died by suicide shortly after the shooting, with police yet to confirm a motive.
- Authorities declared three days of national mourning and cancelled upcoming political events.
- The community responded with grief, memorials, and blood donations to support victims.
This horror cannot be put into words.— President Alexander Van der Bellen spoke about the feelings of the country following the school shooting.
USA and Germany: How Friedrich Merz wants to improve economic relations with Donald Trump with a task force
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