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How the Middle East conflict affects agricultural markets: Now the US has also intervened in the Middle East conflict between Israel and Iran ...
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Obituary: Steffen Mogwitz from the Celle district dies after a car accident: The Ditterke farmer Steffen Mogwitz has died as a result of a serious accident ...
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Manifesto signatory: SPD politician Stegner should no longer be a member of the Intelligence Service Oversight Committee
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"No reason for criticism": Merz defends US and Israel's attacks on Iran: Chancellor Friedrich Merz uses his first major economic speech to make foreign ...
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Germany plans to reach new NATO spending target by 2029: To underpin the plan, Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil is reportedly planning to take on record levels of ...
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OpinionSyringe attacks at the Fête de la Musique: Left in the lurch: Women in France were pricked with syringes at the Fête de la Musique. Men called for this online ...
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Minimum wage and citizen's allowance: Many Germans can't live on their salary.
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Boris Pistorius on the German Armed Forces: Germany and war readiness: In a week full of military news, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is Caren Miosga's ...
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Pistorius on Escalation and Germany’s Defense ReadinessDefense Minister Pistorius identifies Iran as the main Middle East threat and highlights reserve troops’ contact issues through 2029.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
- Boris Pistorius considers US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites potentially justified to prevent greater harm.
- He stresses that destroying these sites could improve regional stability amid global peace pressures.
- Pistorius insists Germany must be combat-ready by 2029 due to Russia’s ongoing military buildup.
- The German military faces challenges reaching reservists because of inadequate personnel tracking systems.
This can initially be no good news, as it shows and proves that the world's peace order is currently under pressure everywhere.— Boris Pistorius comments on the US bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities during the ZDF program Caren Miosga.
After biting incident in Bavaria: How dangerous are catfish in German bathing lakes?
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Catfish Attacks in Lakes: Risks and RealitiesA catfish injured five swimmers in Bavaria; despite their size, attacks rarely cause serious harm and remain uncommon incidents.
- A catfish over two meters long bit at least five bathers at Brombachsee before being shot by police.
- Catfish are generally non-aggressive but defend their nests aggressively during summer breeding periods.
- Their small teeth prevent them from tearing large flesh pieces, resulting mostly in superficial wounds.
- Warming waters are expanding catfish habitats in Germany, yet the likelihood of attacks remains very low.
This fish is not a killer catfish. You don't need to be afraid of it.— Johannes Schnell from the Bavarian State Fishing Association
German foreign minister: Iran must negotiate directly with US: Germany’s foreign minister said on Monday that Iran needs to engage in direct talks with the ...
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Macron and Merz: Europe must arm itself in an unstable world: Norms are eroding and old certainties are being challenged — we must act accordingly
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"Origin beats performance": Study refutes the myth of a meritocracy: The same social classes have been rising to the top for decades, a new study shows ...
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OpinionBeyond the obvious: Why Germany's approach to development aid is wrong: Germany invests almost 30 billion euros in development aid every year ...
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Germany’s Development Aid: Billions Without Real ImpactNearly €30 billion spent yearly faces corruption losses up to 15% and lacks measurable success in many aid projects.
Key FactsJun 22 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
- Germany is the second largest donor worldwide, allocating about 0.67% of its GNI to development aid, close to the UN target of 0.7%.
- Significant portions of funds are lost to corruption, especially in highly corrupt countries, while many initiatives are inefficient and driven by political trends.
- The Federal Ministry acknowledges that many programs lack measurable effectiveness and fail to deliver lasting results.
- A strategic shift is urged, emphasizing budget cuts, strict success metrics, and rigorous oversight to foster genuine development progress.
There exists a global development industry that partially sustains itself and does not always benefit the recipient countries.— Former Development Minister Dirk Niebel (FDP) discusses the issues of development aid and the self-sufficiency of the aid industry.
Negotiations on the "Compact" ban: Talk of a system overthrow? Supposedly just PR
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Middle East war: Concern about attacks by the Iranian regime in Germany: The war against Iran could also have repercussions here. CDU security politician ...
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Economic policy: Chancellor Merz's nine-point plan for the economy: On “German Industry Day”, Merz and Finance Minister Klingbeil want to present the economy ...
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IMK forecast: Germany to overtake USA in terms of growth in 2026: The trade union-affiliated IMK Institute is optimistic that the German economy will take off ...
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Germany Set to Surpass US Economic Growth in 2026IMK forecasts Germany's GDP to grow 1.5% in 2026, exceeding the US and Eurozone growth rates for that year.
- After two years of recession, IMK projects a modest GDP increase of 0.2% for Germany in 2025.
- A stronger growth of 1.5% is expected in 2026, outperforming both the US and the Euro area.
- The recovery is driven by rising private consumption and significant government investments and incentives.
- The German government plans over 40 billion euros in investments in 2026 to further stimulate economic growth.
After Germany was labeled as the sick man of Europe for some time, great hopes are now being placed in the new government both domestically and at the European level. This could indeed become a turnaround story.— Joachim Nagel, President of the Bundesbank, on Germany's economic future.
Germany floats return to conscription if volunteer plan fails: Berlin aims to more than double army reserves in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
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Germany Considers Draft if Volunteer Recruiting Falls ShortBerlin plans to grow reserves from 60,000 to 200,000 by 2030 amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- The government aims to more than double its military reserves in response to the war in Ukraine.
- Defense Minister Pistorius prefers a voluntary recruitment system, initially accepting 5,000 new reservists annually.
- A bill will include a compulsory draft option if volunteer numbers prove insufficient.
- The active military force is planned to increase from 183,000 to 260,000 personnel by 2035 to meet NATO goals.
The situation is a 'scandal' because 'it means that in an emergency, ie if we were attacked, we could not call up our reservists because we don’t have their names or addresses.'— Boris Pistorius, Germany's defense minister, commented on the challenges of recruiting reservists in the event of an emergency.
Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate: Educational Level of EU Immigrants Reaches Record High
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Record Education Levels Among EU ImmigrantsBy 2024, 32.1% of non-EU migrants hold higher education degrees, highlighting their growing role in the EU workforce.
- The proportion of migrants from non-EU countries with tertiary qualifications rose to 32.1% in 2024, continuing a decade-long increase.
- Germany also experienced a significant rise in university-educated immigrants from both EU and non-EU origins.
- Women consistently lead in educational attainment across all migrant groups and show the highest growth rates.
- The findings emphasize migrants’ potential contribution to economic growth within the European Union.
This continuous rise in educational levels underscores the potential that migrants bring to the EU labor markets.— Tommaso Frattini, Co-Director of the Center for Research and Analysis of Migration at RFBerlin and Professor at the University of Milan.
Defense: Study warns of insufficient rearmament in Europe: A recent analysis shows that Germany will not be ready to defend itself by 2030 ...
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Danger to global trade: Iran threatens to block the Strait of Hormuz: The US and EU are concerned: If Iran were to block the Strait of Hormuz ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/blockade-der-strasse-von-hormus-droht-li.2335967

German business activity returns to growth in June, PMI shows: Business activity in Germany, Europe's largest economy, returned to growth in June ...
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Operation Midnight Hammer: How destructive were the US attacks on Iran: The US Air Force attacked Iranian nuclear facilities with bunker busters weighing several ...
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Bill Gates: Germany's leadership role is more important than ever - | a guest article
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Germany’s Vital Role in Global Development AidAmid global aid cuts, Germany pledges ongoing support, aiding health improvements and boosting its economy through investments.
- Germany is among the most generous donors of health and development aid, achieving significant positive outcomes.
- The US and other wealthy nations have sharply reduced aid, risking increased child mortality and global poverty.
- The German government commits to maintaining a leading role despite worldwide decreases in development funding.
- Investments in global health benefit both developing countries and create new economic opportunities for Germany.
The consequences of these decisions will be devastating. Diseases will spread. Poverty will increase. And millions of children will die.— Bill Gates on the cuts to development aid worldwide
Seesen near Goslar: Man tries to kill policewomen - | Manhunt: A nighttime incident in Seesen leads to a large-scale manhunt. After the attack on two policewomen ...
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Heat drama in the middle of a field! Three children locked in a car: To protect themselves from the heat in a strawberry field, three boys get into a car ...
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Russia and the threat of war: Companies are doing far too little so far: Germany can only become defensible if companies cooperate. But they have done far too ...
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Kim Virginia Hartung loses baby - | and makes accusations: Former jungle camp participant Kim Virginia Hartung has lost her baby. However ...
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Summer in Germany is coming to a head: June 2025 on course for a record - | next heatwave with 35 degrees is coming
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What risks does the US attack on Iran pose?: With the US attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, the situation in the Middle East continues to escalate ...
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Middle East Conflict Intensifies with Strikes on IranUS and Israeli airstrikes severely damage Iran's nuclear sites; Russia offers vague support while Iran threatens critical shipping routes.
- Israel and the United States launched significant air attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, causing major destruction.
- Russian President Putin condemned the strikes as unprovoked aggression and promised assistance without specifying details.
- In retaliation, Iran threatens to close the vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping lane.
- The conflict escalates with Iranian missile attacks on Israel and political unrest including calls for regime change.
Mister Trump, the player, you may start this war, but we will end it.— A spokesperson for the Iranian Army Central Command, responding to the US attacks.
Attacks in France: Over 100 syringe attacks on women at Fête de la Musique: The Fête de la Musique in France is a huge open-air party. This time, however ...
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OpinionBerlin: Teacher is bullied, senator continues to ignore all problems: The case of a Berlin teacher: superiors fail while the teacher is discriminated against ...
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Racism against Muslims: Two Munich women talk about their experiences: The number of discriminations and attacks against Muslims has reached an all-time high in ...
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Middle Franconia: Five bathers bitten: Police officer shoots two-meter fish: Weißenburg - An aggressive fish over two meters long has injured at least five ...
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Giant Catfish Attacks Swimmers at BrombachseeA 90-kilogram catfish injured five swimmers before police fatally shot it to ensure visitor safety at the lake.
Key FactsJun 22 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sueddeutsche.de
- At Brombachsee in Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen, a more than two-meter-long giant catfish repeatedly attacked swimmers.
- Five individuals suffered bite wounds and received on-site medical care from rescue teams.
- Authorities closed off the swimming area and decided to kill the fish with a service pistol due to safety concerns.
- Two fishermen later retrieved the 90-kilogram catfish from the water, allowing the swimming zone to reopen.
The aggressive fish had become noticeable in the Brombach Lake on late Friday afternoon.— The police reported on the incidents at Brombach Lake.
“She said yes”: Andrea Kiewel sends her love to Tel Aviv: Presenter Andrea Kiewel commutes between Germany and Israel. During the ZDF program “Fernsehgarten” ...
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Andrea Kiewel Reveals Engagement Ring on TVIn 2024, Kiewel announced her engagement during ZDF’s Fernsehgarten despite travel delays from Tel Aviv amid conflict.
- Andrea Kiewel’s return to the ZDF Fernsehgarten was delayed due to the Israel-Iran conflict impacting her travel.
- She showed her engagement ring live on air and confirmed her relationship with an Israeli partner.
- Her fiancé, a former elite soldier with 25 years of service, was discussed by Kiewel in a 2024 interview.
- Living together in Tel Aviv, Kiewel keeps her private life mostly confidential and missed the show’s 25th anniversary due to travel issues.
She said yes.— Andrea Kiewel announces her engagement while appearing on the ZDF show 'Fernsehgarten.'
USA and Iran: Wadephul urges negotiated solution: Following the US attacks on nuclear facilities in Iran, Foreign Minister Wadephul continues to focus on ...
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Why a quarter of Germany's immigrants are thinking of leaving: Hundreds of thousands of immigrants who moved to Germany are thinking of leaving the country ...
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Rural women emphasize: Women are essential for global food security: Women contribute 39% to agricultural production worldwide, but their needs are often ignored ...
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Attack by masked men in France: Shots fired after wedding, bride and attacker dead
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Arrests at pro-Palestinian demonstration in Berlin: Violence breaks out during the protest against Israel's actions in the Middle East conflict.
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Large Gaza Rally in Berlin Turns ViolentOver 12,000 protesters gathered, resulting in 50 arrests and five police injuries during clashes at Potsdamer Platz.
Key FactsJun 22 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
- A pro-Palestinian march attracted more than 12,000 participants moving from the Reichstag to Potsdamer Platz.
- The protest began peacefully but later escalated into violence and offenses leading to 50 arrests.
- Organizers demanded Germany stop arms support to Israel and increase humanitarian aid for Gaza.
- Since October 2023, such demonstrations in Berlin have frequently involved tensions and attacks on police.
“United4Gaza” called for a stop to German support for the Israeli government.— The organizers of the demonstration stated this as part of their demands.
How Europe would fill an America-shaped hole in NATO: The likeliest replacement for the U.S. is a grouping of France, the U.K., Germany and Poland ...
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German farewell culture: Waslat Hasrat-Nazimi's new book "Rausländer": In her book "Rausländer", Waslat Hasrat-Nazimi describes what Germany 2025 feels like for ...
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US bombs on Iran could cost prosperity: The USA's involvement in the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities is fuelling uncertainty about developments on the ...
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Wilhelmshaven: Child dies in fire in residential building: A fire broke out in a former toy store in Wilhelmshaven in the middle of the night ...
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These broiler chickens get 55% of their own wheat in their ration: Initially, a significant improvement in performance was achieved with organic acids ...
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World order, where are you? Putin and Trump enforce the law of the jungle: US bombs on Iran seal the deal: The strongest is right and judges. The naive and their ...
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Cutting red tape: Everyone is calling for it, but so far no one has offered any real solutions.
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Fight between youth groups: 15-year-old stabbed to death at Franconian reservoir: After an initially verbal argument, a 19-year-old woman attacked a 15-year-old ...
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Man speeds towards officers in car - | Police shoot, driver flees on foot: A man drove his van towards two policewomen during a police check in Lower Saxony and ...
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Accident at Bergbad Bückeburg: Boy (4) successfully resuscitated: Rescue operation at Bergbad Bückeburg late Sunday afternoon. A 4-year-old boy was floating ...
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Knife attack in Bavaria: 15-year-old stabbed to death during argument at reservoir
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Fatal Youth Conflict in Bavaria Ends in DeathA 15-year-old died from stabbing near Pleinfeld; a 19-year-old suspect was detained the same evening by police.
- Two groups of youths clashed near Pleinfeld around 9:30 PM, resulting in a deadly knife attack.
- The 15-year-old victim succumbed to severe stab wounds despite emergency efforts at the scene.
- Authorities arrested a 19-year-old woman shortly after the incident on suspicion of manslaughter.
- Investigations continue with forensic evidence collected and witness interviews conducted to clarify the motive.
The two groups involved in the altercation did not know each other beforehand.— Police spokesman Michael Petzold regarding the background of the altercation.
Trillion-euro risk - | the German construction industry declares a state of emergency
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America slides into totalitarianism — and it won't be easy to reverse: "Authoritarianism" is so 2018 — Donald Trump and his minions want to conquer all ...
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Too many on the farm: Farmers and animal welfare activists catch cats together: Two families show how cooperation with animal welfare organizations works when it ...
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Forest fires: Fire in the Harz Mountains spreads: Goslar - Due to the strong winds, the forest fire near Goslar above the Granetalsperre dam has continued to ...
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Trump showing up at NATO summit is already ‘a success,’ says German general: The NATO gathering will be a pared-down affair with a “very concise and crisp” ...
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State parliament: AfD wants statements made by members of parliament to be exempt from punishment
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Insects on the plate? New study sees little market opportunity: Scientists see expectations for edible insects dashed. Disgust, taste, and price are preventing a ...
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Electricity for the Papal States: Vatican plans "world's largest" agri-PV plant
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Check escalates: Policewomen shoot at car - | did the driver want to run them over?
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Suspected murder: suspected paedo-criminal transferred to youth prison: Hamburg/Jork - The 20-year-old who allegedly drove children to suicide on the Internet ...
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Emden: Woman falls from balcony and is seriously injured: Emden - A 52-year-old woman fell from a third-floor balcony in Emden. She suffered very serious ...
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How NDR reports on farmers: Oh, you perfect farmland: NDR has recently been reporting on agriculture in a one-sidedly positive way. Some attribute this trend to ...
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Is the EU serious about stalls, calf igloos, and caged housing?: The EU Commission apparently wants to revise EU animal welfare law. Much is at stake for farmers ...
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Pride and Bundestag administration: Julia Klöckner prohibits employees from taking part
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CSD Ban for Parliament Staff Sparks Political DebateIn 2024, Julia Klöckner prohibited official participation by parliamentary staff at CSD, triggering criticism from left-wing politicians.
- Parliament President Julia Klöckner forbids official involvement of administrative staff in the Christopher Street Day to uphold political neutrality.
- SPD, Greens, and Left Party condemn the ban as a misguided message, urging visible state support for diversity and human rights.
- Parliament Director Paul Göttke clarifies the administration's role is to enable democracy, not to endorse political demands presented at CSD.
- This decision marks a shift away from identity politics symbolism toward emphasizing the parliament's broader state-political responsibilities.
It is ‘a wrong and unfortunately also a fatal signal in the current social situation’— In a letter to Klöckner and Göttke, several SPD politicians expressed sharp criticism of the decision.
Germany to hire 11,000 more military personnel this year, Bild reports: The German government will provide funds for an extra 11,000 military personnel by the ...
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Germany to Expand Military Staff by 11,000 This YearBy the end of 2025, Germany will add 10,000 soldiers and 1,000 civilian roles, increasing military personnel by about 4%.
- The German government will allocate funding for 11,000 additional military positions by year-end 2025.
- These roles include soldiers and civilian employees across armed, air, naval, and cyber forces.
- This expansion is part of the budget plan scheduled for cabinet approval next week.
- Germany aims to meet NATO targets by increasing troop numbers by up to 60,000 amid rising security concerns.
Germany needs up to 60,000 additional troops under new NATO targets for weapons and personnel.— Defence Minister Boris Pistorius on the need for additional troops in light of the threat from Russia.
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Heat up to 37 degrees: Germany sweats: The next few days are going to be hot, very hot. The weather service delivers the next warning along with the good news: ...
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Scorching Weekend Followed by Sharp Weather ChangeTemperatures reach up to 37°C Sunday in southwest Germany before thunderstorms and cooler weather arrive early next week.
- Germany faces a hot weekend starting on the calendar summer with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in many areas.
- Sunday's peak heat may hit 37 degrees locally in the southwest, though record highs remain unchallenged.
- From Sunday evening, strong showers and thunderstorms will move across the west and northwest, bringing wind gusts and cooler conditions.
- A significant temperature drop is expected at the start of the week, especially in northern and western regions with highs below 25 degrees.
The temperature will drop dramatically.— DWD meteorologist Tobias Reinartz predicts that temperatures will fall sharply.
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Germany relocates Tehran embassy staff abroad: Germany has temporarily relocated the staff of its embassy in Tehran abroad due to the current threat situation ...
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Pensions have apparently risen significantly in ten years: According to a report, state pensions in Germany have risen significantly since 2014. However ...
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“Manifesto”: Constitutional protector criticizes Russia paper by SPD left-wingers
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Convict escapes from courtroom in Saarbrücken: A convicted criminal was once again on trial for further charges. After the verdict was announced ...
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Hungary: Maja T. remains in custody: Maja T., a German member of the left-wing scene, is accused in Hungary of participating in acts of violence against ...
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OpinionDefense debate at the kitchen table: warlike in private: Like around 650,000 other young people in Germany, my daughters have received mail from the Bundeswehr ...
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Seriously injured in Hamelin - 94-year-old woman hits eight people in parking lot
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Culture of remembrance in Spain: Glorification of ex-dictator Franco soon to be banned
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Braunschweig is the new Rainbow City: Braunschweig is a new member of the Rainbow Cities Network - setting an example for queer visibility and tolerance.
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Canitz Water Estate: What benefits does organic farming have for water conservation?
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