Hanover Trade Fair: Four years of recession? The next reckoning for industry:
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Image from the original article. Source: First government statement - The reinvention of Friedrich Merz: In his government statement, the new Federal Chancellor shows a new side. Balancing ...
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Key FactsMerz's First Government Address: A Call for Unity
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: szlz.de
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasizes the need for unity and citizen engagement in his inaugural government address to facilitate a positive political shift.
- He announces plans to make the Bundeswehr Europe’s strongest army and views Russia as a threat to freedom across Europe.
- While he offers praise for various societal groups, noticeable differences arise in the reactions of the Union and SPD regarding issues like the minimum wage.
- Merz's efforts to foster a conciliatory atmosphere are challenged by critics such as Green party leader Katharina Dröge, who references his past political stances.
"The state is all of us."— Friedrich Merz emphasizes the responsibility and unity of society in his first government statement.
Asylum: Dobrindt runs into the wall with border plan: The German government wants to tighten up its asylum and migration policy and turn people back more ...
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Funeral in Berlin-Weißensee: Numerous celebrities bid farewell to Margot Friedländer
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Meteorologists warn: Germany is facing a hot summer: Hardly any rain for weeks, the sun is blazing: some people are already fearing a bad summer of heat ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Wadephul on the defense budget: Germany follows the USA with its five percent target
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Key FactsWadephul Advocates Five Percent Defense Spending Increase
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- Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul supports President Trump's call for NATO defense spending to rise to five percent of GDP.
- He proposed that 3.5 percent for traditional defense and 1.5 percent for military infrastructure could be sufficient.
- Current NATO targets set a minimum of two percent, with Germany currently at just over two percent.
- U.S. Ambassador Whitaker emphasizes the necessity of these expenditures for security and expects greater responsibility from European partners.
"The five percent is not an arbitrary number, but a necessity for our security."— Matthew Whitaker, U.S. NATO Ambassador, at a ministerial meeting in Turkey.
"Kingdom of Germany": Four suspected Reich citizens in custody: All four Reich citizens arrested on Tuesday are now in custody. They are alleged to be members of ...
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The unleashed state: Are Germans facing even higher taxes?: The Ministry of Finance is the key department of the German government. This Thursday ...
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Merz: Germany Will Build Strongest Conventional Army in Europe: European allies have stressed the urgency of growing and improving their military capabilities to ...
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The left is right: Germany needs a new definition of anti-Semitism: The Left Party has taken a stand against the usual definition of anti-Semitism in Germany ...
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AfD wants a “pride passport”: linking cultural policy with German history: The AfD is constantly trying to fuel a culture war in Germany. The party has come up ...
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Germany, Philippines sign defence agreement: Germany and the Philippines have agreed to enhance defence ties and boost joint activities as Manila builds up a ...
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Luisa Neubauer on Gaza: The German government should stop sending weapons to Israel
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Image from the original article. Source: The lack of rain this spring could become historic: It has hardly rained in Germany since February. The reason for this is a special weather pattern ...
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Key FactsHistoric Drought in Germany This Spring
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spektrum.de
- Germany is facing the driest spring since 1881, with only 58 liters of rainfall per square meter since March, amounting to less than one-third of the usual total.
- Meteorologists highlight a persistent blocking pattern preventing rain and shaping the weather conditions across Europe.
- The high sunshine duration of 571 hours may set a new record, while wind energy generation remains below average.
- Long-term weather models suggest a hot and dry summer, potentially exacerbating the already critical water situation.
"The sword of Damocles of this blockade continues to hang over us."— Adrian Leyser, meteorologist at the German Weather Service (DWD), discusses the concerning weather situation and its potential implications for the summer.
Image from the original article. Source: Strike against "Reichsbürger": The end of the "Kingdom of Germany": Leader Peter Fitzek has been arrested, his "Kingdom of Germany" banned: 800 officers searched ...
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Key FactsArrests in 'Kingdom of Germany' for Criminal Activities
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Peter Fitzek, founder of the fictional state 'Kingdom of Germany', and three other members were taken into custody.
- The Federal Prosecutor's Office conducted raids in multiple federal states with over 800 officers involved.
- Fitzek is accused of conducting illegal banking and insurance operations, and the group aims to establish a counter-state.
- The Interior Ministry described the members as part of criminal structures that reject democratic and rule-of-law principles.
"The goal of this association is to establish a so-called counter-state and to separate itself from the Federal Republic of Germany."— Federal Minister of the Interior Alexander Dobrindt about the goals of the group 'Königreich Deutschland'.
Image from the original article. Source: Germany: Suspected Russian agents arrested: Experts have been warning about Russian espionage and sabotage for some time. The Federal Prosecutor's Office has now ...
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Key FactsArrests of Alleged Russian Agents in Germany
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: saechsische.de
- Three Ukrainians were arrested for alleged espionage activities in Cologne, Konstanz, and Switzerland.
- The men were reportedly preparing to carry out attacks on freight transport in Germany by sending explosive packages.
- The Federal Prosecutor's Office is handling the case due to its significance and warns of an increase in Russian espionage and sabotage.
- Experts report aggressive actions by Russian intelligence services, including numerous incidents and drone flights over military installations.
"It is only due to a fortunate coincidence that the package had caught fire on the ground at the DHL logistics center in Leipzig and not during the flight."— Thomas Haldenwang, former president of the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, regarding a suspected fire caused by Russia in an air freight package.
Kallstadt: Merz wants to go to the Palatinate with Trump: Merz has already spoken to Trump on the phone twice. He plans to visit him in Washington "shortly ...
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Merz criticizes the four-day week and work-life balance: "We need to work more in this country again"
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Image from the original article. Source: Drought, heat, storms: meteorologists fear another catastrophic summer: Rivers lack water, the soil is exceptionally dry, woodland is burning - experts are ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey FactsClimate Crisis: Predictions for a Hot Catastrophic Summer
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Meteorologists are alarmed by the ongoing drought in Germany, which has already led to low water levels in rivers and an increased risk of wildfires.
- The current weather situation shows little sign of improvement, with experts fearing a summer of extreme temperatures and water scarcity.
- There is a high likelihood of warmer summer conditions, which will intensify water evaporation and exacerbate dryness.
- Cities and municipalities urgently need to implement adaptation measures, as many are poorly prepared for upcoming heatwaves.
Extreme weather events are increasing in a world that is heating up due to the climate crisis. This has become a part of the weather – globally. The trend is continuing to rise.— Meteorologist Özden Terli describes the increase of extreme weather events in the context of the climate crisis.
Image from the original article. Source: Constantin Schreiber: The popular "Tagesschau" anchor is retiring: Constantin Schreiber is an institution as the anchor of Germany's most successful news ...
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Key FactsConstantin Schreiber Leaves Tagesschau After Eight Years
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
- Constantin Schreiber, the Tagesschau presenter, is stepping down.
- He will host the main broadcast for the last time on May 25.
- After eight and a half years, he aims to focus on journalistic work again.
- Schreiber has faced controversies related to his publications on Islam in the past.
"I want to focus more on substantive journalistic work in the future."— Constantin Schreiber explains his desire for change and new challenges.
Attack plans on behalf of Putin: Federal prosecutor's office arrests several Ukrainians
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Merz woos Trump with invitation to German ancestral village: The chancellor appears to want to appeal to the American president’s German ancestry in order to ...
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Germany Bans Far-Right ‘King of Germany’ Group and Arrests Its Leaders: Members of a group calling itself the Kingdom of Germany, which was targeted in ...
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Three Ukrainians arrested for planning attacks in Germany: Several Ukrainians are said to have planned attacks in Germany. They have now been arrested.
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Naddel is dead: She remained "Dieter Bohlen's ex" all her life: Nadja Abd el Farrag remained Dieter Bohlen's ex all her life. She had to wait until her death for ...
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Irregular border crossings in the EU are decreasing significantly: Does Germany have to control its borders because the EU's migration policy is failing? New ...
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Von der Leyen and the Pfizer text messages: Court rules against Commission President
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Is a hot summer with over 40 degrees imminent? Weather expert Dominik Jung speaks plainly
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AfD report "based exclusively on public sources": The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) had prepared a report of more than 1,000 pages ...
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New building in Hanover? Site of "Piccoli's Roadhouse" to become building land
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Image from the original article. Source: Josef Schuster: "The left is not on the side of the Jews in Germany": At its party conference, the Left Party voted in favor of the Jerusalem Declaration on ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey FactsThe Left's Stance on Antisemitism
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The Left voted for the Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism at its party conference, which is seen as detrimental to Jewish life in Germany.
- Supporting the Jerusalem Declaration is viewed as a deliberate departure from the IHRA definition and carries significant symbolism.
- The party increasingly ignores Israel-related antisemitism, raising concerns about its commitment to Jewish life in Germany.
- The withdrawal of antisemitism-critical members from the Left indicates a radicalization that negatively impacts the political landscape.
"Anyone who, in light of the past one and a half years, consciously and intentionally contributes to the silence around Israel-related anti-Semitism does not stand by the side of Jews in Germany."— Josef Schuster, President of the Central Council of Jews in Germany, comments on the stance of the Left Party and its impact on Jewish life in Germany.
Government statement: Merz must shake up the Germans like Schröder once did: This Wednesday, the new German Chancellor will hold his first government statement ...
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Afghan family sues Germany over admission promises: An Afghan family is suing Germany because they want to legally enforce their visas. The family had previously ...
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Comment: No entry without papers - finally the state is enforcing rules: Anyone who cannot produce valid residence papers will be turned back at the border ...
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Üstra in Hanover: New line, new frequency for light rail services from December 2026
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Live stream of the government statement by Chancellor Friedrich Merz: On Wednesday, the Chancellor will make his first government statement. This will be ...
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Irregular EU border crossings decrease significantly: Is EU migration policy failing? New figures suggest the opposite - and could put the German government in ...
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Macron says Europe readying new sanctions package against Russia ‘in coming days’
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Heat phenomenon brings Germany 40 degrees in summer: This summer could be one of the hottest on record. The forecasts are more aggressive than ever before ...
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Hanover Beer Festival 2025 in June: More than 100 varieties on offer - | and music
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AfD report: Why the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution is keeping it secret
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Trump criticizes "socialist healthcare system in Germany" - | Deutsches Ärzteblatt
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Black-red government: Arms deliveries to Ukraine? BSW calls for referendum on Taurus
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Hanover: Verdi strike at insurers - | demonstration through the city: The Verdi union is calling on insurance company employees in Lower Saxony to stage a ...
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'Beer is cheap and everywhere': How Germany's drinking culture surprises foreigners
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Defective signal: Defective train traffic between Hanover and Bremen: Problems with train traffic: Due to a signal malfunction on the line between Hanover and ...
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Car collides with light rail in the city center: Lines 10 and 17 in Hanover affected
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Lower Saxony: Military farewell for Prime Minister Stephan Weil in Hanover: Lower Saxony's long-time head of government, Stephan Weil, will be given a ...
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Naddel was number two: Dieter Bohlen's wives: Nadja Abd el Farrag lived at Dieter Bohlen's side for eleven years. She was the successor to his first wife ...
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Nadja "Naddel" Abd el Farrag: She dreamed of a "normal" life: It is the tragedy of her life that the public only devoted itself to Nadja Abd el Farrag with full ...
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Restaurateur from Hanover violates Russian sanctions by selling car: A restaurateur from Hanover sold his Mercedes-AMG G 63 to a Georgian for 170,000 euros ...
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Hanover: The Bemerode High School is coming - | in Linden in 2027: For years, the city has been planning an 18th high school for Hanover, which is to be built in ...
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Paid articlePaywall Photo competition with the Hanover Zoo: Take part and win annual passes: A photo competition is now underway to mark the 160th anniversary of the Hanover Zoo ...
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Poelzig Building Hanover: Architectural gem on the Mittelland Canal is completely renovated
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Paid articlePaywallFirst inclusive handball team in Hanover: How sport is helping an autistic person from Langenhagen
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Paid articlePaywallN-Joy Starshow & NDR2 Plaza Festival 2025 in Hanover: Information on Admission, Tickets & Parking
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Paid articlePaywallAfter subsidies were cut: the city of Hanover raises money for clubs.: At the request of the SPD, CDU, and FDP, the city had cut funding for several clubs and ...
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Trump's approval rating rises to 44%; Americans worry less about recession: President Donald Trump's approval rating rose this week as Americans worried less ...
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Hanover: Verdi plans warning strikes at insurers: The union wants to increase pressure on employers with work stoppages at insurance companies in Hanover ...
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Skunk Anansie gives an exclusive concert at NDR in Hanover: One of the biggest bands of the 90s is playing in the small broadcasting hall of NDR in Hanover: ...
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Recession warnings fade after Trump rolls back tariffs: A U.S.-China agreement allayed fears but uncertainty remains, analysts said.
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Uber focuses on cheaper rides, delivery with new features: Uber unveiled new features for cheaper rides and deliveries Wednesday at its annual Go-Get product ...
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Safe haven concerns mount as US Treasuries face twin recession and inflation risks: Reuters poll
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Brokerages scale back recession odds after U.S.-China trade truce: Major brokerages have scaled back their U.S. recession forecasts following a temporary tariff ...
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Larry Summers Says 'It's Very Clear' Who Blinked On U.S.-China Trade War: The former treasury secretary also weighed in on how the newly announced deal could ...
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Stefan Raab: RTL cancels "You won't win the million here": Last year, Stefan Raab made a TV comeback on RTL. Now the broadcaster has announced: His show is ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Naddel's friend Ellermann makes accusations: | "I found her starving": After Naddel's death, her good friend Andreas Ellermann made accusations against ...
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Key FactsDieter Bohlen Remembers Nadja Abd el Farrag
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Dieter Bohlen bid farewell to Nadja Abd el Farrag via Instagram after her passing at the age of 60.
- Abd el Farrag gained fame in the 90s as a background singer and through her highly publicized relationship with Bohlen.
- Celebrities from the entertainment industry expressed their condolences and criticized the treatment Abd el Farrag received in her later years.
- The moderator passed away in a Hamburg clinic due to organ failure, having previously disclosed her health issues, including liver cirrhosis.
"I received the news that Nadja has passed away, and I am deeply saddened."— Andreas Ellermann expresses in an Instagram story about the death of Nadja Abd El Farrag.
TELL US: Is Munich really the 'unfriendliest' city in Germany?: Munich is known for Oktoberfest, a high quality of life and... the "unfriendliest" ...
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Germany bans the largest 'Reich citizen' group and arrests 4 leaders: The German government has banned the largest “Reich citizen” group, an extremist far-right ...
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Jule Specht: | "Those who are emotionally polarized consider others stupid, heartless, and evil"
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Image from the original article. Source: RTL/ntv Trend Barometer: CDU/CSU and AfD remain neck and neck, confidence grows: The CDU/CSU-SPD federal government has now been in office for a week ...
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Key FactsShift in Mood: Merz and New Government Gain Trust
May 13 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- The black-red government has gained slight public trust, with 53 percent expecting better governance than the previous coalition.
- Friedrich Merz is viewed as a potentially good chancellor by 45 percent of respondents, particularly in the West, while both the Union and AfD receive 25 percent of votes.
- Economic expectations have risen, with 27 percent anticipating improvements in the coming years and only 50 percent fearing deterioration.
- The recognition of new SPD ministers varies, with Labor Minister Bärbel Bas leading at 51 percent, while other ministers are considerably less known.
Interior Minister Dobrindt bans Reich Citizens' Association "Kingdom of Germany"
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Debate about Ukraine aid: Chancellor Merz's new Taurus tactic is just as sensitive
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Image from the original article. Source: Say yes to ceasefire today or face sanctions, Germany tells Russia: Germany gave Russia time until midnight on Monday to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2025/05/12/agree-to-a-ceasefire-until-midnight-or-face-more-sanctions-germany-tells-russia
Key FactsGermany urges Russia to accept ceasefire or face sanctions
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
- Germany set a deadline for Russia to respond to the ceasefire proposal by midnight, warning of new sanctions if ignored.
- Berlin emphasized coordination with European partners to prepare further sanctions should the Kremlin refuse the proposal.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed readiness for direct talks with Putin while insisting on an unconditional ceasefire starting May 12.
- The Turkish Foreign Minister urged both Russia and Ukraine to meet promptly to declare a ceasefire, noting the current deadlock.
The clock is ticking — we still have 12 hours until the end of this day.— Stefan Kornelius, government spokesperson, during a briefing about the ceasefire proposal.
Inclusive bakery in Brandenburg: We bake this: In Eberswalde, the AfD is the strongest force, and the political climate is uninviting for refugees ...
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Without US intelligence services, Germany's security is extremely at risk.: The AfD has been classified as "certainly right-wing extremist" by the Federal ...
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Bonn: Hundreds demonstrate in Bonn for an AfD ban: Across Germany, thousands are taking to the streets demanding a ban on the AfD. In Bonn ...
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Image from the original article. Source: New SPD leadership: Is Bas all there is?: Bärbel Bas becomes the new SPD leader, Saskia Esken steps down. This means Lars Klingbeil prevails across the board ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey FactsBärbel Bas Set to Become New SPD Co-Chair
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Saskia Esken has announced she will not run for SPD chair again.
- The party leadership intends to nominate Bärbel Bas as her successor.
- Lars Klingbeil is expected to run again for party chair but faces criticism.
- Bas is respected across party lines and hails from the influential North Rhine-Westphalia region.
"I had the joy and the honor of being the chair of the party for six years."— Saskia Esken reflects on her tenure as SPD chair.
Berlin Court: Afghan Woman Sues Foreign Office for Admission to Germany: An Afghan woman has been granted admission for herself and 13 family members ...
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Germany warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Russia to agree to Ukraine ceasefire: Germany warned the “clock is ticking” for Russia to agree by the end of Monday to an ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/05/12/germany-warns-clock-is-ticking-for-russia-to-agree-to-ukraine-ceasefire
Application for "Pride Pass": The AfD promotes a trip into the brown region: In Saxony-Anhalt, the far-right AfD demonstrates how it envisions Germany's ...
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