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EU partners unexpectedly silent: Germany awaits commitments for Leopard 2 delivery
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Weapons aid: US supplies Ukraine with long-range Atacms missiles: There was a long public debate about this, but now the USA has quietly equipped Ukraine with ...
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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
AfD spy affair: Chancellor Scholz “very, very, very” worried: Olaf Scholz comments for the first time on the espionage allegations against an employee of AfD ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Ukraine: USA sends supplies, including Atacms, but no Patriots: After ending the blockade in Congress, President Biden immediately cleared new weapons for ...
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Mykola Solskyj: Ukrainian agriculture minister apparently involved in corruption: The EU had made the fight against corruption a condition for Ukraine's ...
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Cannabis and abortion: The traffic light makes the same mistake again: Not allowed, but tolerated: This is how cannabis use and abortion have worked well in this ...
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Russia breaks through the Donbass front without resistance: What is happening in Ukraine?
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Stoltenberg calls for more Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine: The NATO Secretary General has defended Kiev's right to use Western arms supplies to attack ...
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Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief
- NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.
- He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.
- Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.
- These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.
Scholz: Don't talk Germany down as a business location: Chancellor Scholz defended the economic policy of the traffic light at the opening of the Hanover Trade ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz: Strengthening Germany's Economic Position
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz rebuts criticism from BDI President Russwurm and emphasizes the importance of strengthening Germany's economic position.
- Scholz acknowledges the challenges of the past years but notes positive developments such as decreasing interest rates and energy prices, as well as measures to reduce bureaucracy.
- The Hannover Messe is seen as an opportunity for new impulses in the energy transition and for enhancing the competitiveness of the German industry, with a focus on artificial intelligence and innovations.
- IG Metall warns of deindustrialization and calls for investments to alleviate companies, while the Hannover Messe showcases over 4,000 companies presenting solutions for a sustainable industry.
“Rwanda model” also for Germany? What a fatal mistake: Great Britain wants to fly refugees to Rwanda. Germany should definitely not take this as a role model.
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The economy is stumbling - but Chancellor Olaf Scholz doesn't want to know: German companies complain about high production costs and excessive bureaucracy ...
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Woke University: How the President of the TU Berlin is turning her university inside out
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SPD does not want to nominate Scholz as candidate for chancellor until summer 2025
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Quick Glance: SPD Plans to Officially Nominate Scholz as Chancellor Candidate in Summer 2025
- The SPD has decided to announce its Chancellor candidate in the summer of 2025 to prioritize work over campaigning.
- The CDU and CSU anticipate an internal struggle over the Chancellor candidacy. Merz emphasized humility and respect towards this position.
- Wüst is considered a potential Chancellor candidate for the Union and highlights the importance of decision-making by state chairmen and prime ministers.
- According to Kühnert, the SPD is always ready for campaigning but warns against coalition campaigning, emphasizing the party's independence.
Despite US aid: Scholz confirms Taurus rejection: The Ukrainians really want the Taurus cruise missile from Germany. But the Chancellor once again reiterates his ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Reaffirms Taurus Rejection Despite US Aid
- Ukraine seeks Taurus missiles from Germany, but Chancellor Scholz reiterates rejection. Discussions are ongoing about alternative weapons for defense against Russia.
- Despite US aid to Ukraine with ATACMS missiles, Scholz maintains his refusal of Taurus. Germany and the UK emphasize their role as key weapons suppliers to Ukraine.
- The US Congress approved $61 billion in Ukraine aid, potentially enabling the delivery of ATACMS missiles with a range of 300 km. Discussions are underway about new types of weapons.
- Germany and the UK are jointly planning the development of a remote-controlled howitzer for ground operations. Scholz sticks to his rejection of Taurus delivery despite the US decision.
Survey: SPD continues to lose ground: The federal government's parties are continuing to lose ground among voters. The edges, on the other hand, benefit.
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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
German far-right AfD staffer arrested on China spy charges: Police in Germany have arrested a staff member of the German far-right Alternative for Germany party ...
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Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Ukraine updates: Germany's Scholz welcomes US aid package: Germany's chancellor said the decision by US lawmakers to approve more foreign aid for Ukraine ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Isaac Herzog: Israel's president warns of Iranian "evil empire": Iran's pursuit of the atomic bomb is the "greatest threat to stability in the world ...
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Iran attacks Israel: Germany struggles for its reason of state: The Federal Chancellor and the Foreign Minister assure Israel of their solidarity and strongly ...
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Scholz and Sunak agree on closer arms cooperation: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was received with military honors at the Federal Chancellery on Wednesday ...
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RTL/ntv trend barometer: AfD falls to worst value since May 2023: The trend barometer continues to decline for the AfD: the party is moving further and further ...
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Germany's Scholz calls for banking union in Europe: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Tuesday called for the completion of a European banking union ...
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Germany arrests three people suspected of giving technology to China: Three German nationals have been arrested on suspicion of working with the Chinese secret ...
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Quick Glance: Germany apprehends three individuals for alleged China espionage
- The individuals were apprehended in Düsseldorf and Bad Homburg in western Germany, with searches conducted in their residences and places of work.
- Thomas R. is under suspicion of serving as an agent for an employee of the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS), aiming to gather intelligence on technologies with potential military applications within Germany.
- Allegedly, the company entered into an agreement with a German university for the purpose of facilitating knowledge exchange.
- During the time of their arrest, there were purported ongoing discussions regarding research initiatives that could contribute to enhancing China's maritime combat capabilities.
Germany's Scholz urges Europe to do for Ukraine : A meeting between the British and German leaders made for a show of unity even as disagreements on how to ...
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Chancellor at SPD meeting on Norderney: “It’s blowing up in your face”: The argument at the traffic lights is severely affecting Chancellor Scholz and the SPD ...
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12-point program of the Liberals: Hofreiter wants Scholz to put his foot down on the FDP
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed: An American political magazine reconstructs the Istanbul meetings just a few weeks after the start of the war ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Lindner's FDP plan for the economic turnaround: divorce certificate for the “traffic light”?
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Western support against Putin: Yulia Navalnaya hopes for reconciliation between Russians and Ukrainians
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Quick Glance: The Unpredictability of Putin: Nawalnaja Warns of Nuclear Weapons
- Julia Nawalnja, the widow of Russian opposition leader Navalny, considers Russia's leader Putin unpredictable and warns that he may resort to using nuclear weapons.
- She compares Putin's actions to the attack on Ukraine, emphasizing the unpredictability of his decisions.
- Nawalnaja views the arrest of suspected Russian spies as evidence that Putin is using all means to pursue his agenda in Europe.
- She criticizes Europe for not addressing the dangers posed by Russia earlier, which could have prevented conflicts and murders.
President of the district council wants to abolish citizens' benefits for Ukraine refugees
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Quick Glance: Districts Struggle to Stop Refugee Aid for Ukraine
- Germany's districts feel overwhelmed by the migration crisis, particularly concerning Ukrainian refugees.
- District Council President Reinhard Sager calls for accommodation in the safe west of Ukraine and no payment of citizen money to Ukrainians in Germany.
- He emphasizes the need for border controls, reception centers, and easier deportations to address the situation.
- Districts demand European harmonization of benefits for asylum seekers and criticize the automatic payment of citizen money to Ukrainian refugees.
Cum-Ex tax scandal: Chief investigator resigns and criticizes: Their investigations led to the first verdicts in the Cum-Ex tax scandal and left Chancellor ...
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How far are the Russians advancing?: Reisner: "The moment the dam will burst could come"
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Olaf Scholz promotes his politics in Chmenitz: Chancellor Olaf Scholz paints a nice picture of the situation in Germany in Saxony. You can't really do it alone.
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Fake news from Russia: Putin's propaganda strategy uncovered | Podcast: Russia is trying to destabilize the West with a massive disinformation campaign ...
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Ukraine reportedly suspending consular, passport services for military-age men abroad
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
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Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
New elections in the Bundestag? This is what happens when the traffic light coalition falls
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International financing: Will Germany have to break its climate promise?: Climate protection costs money, and Germany was considered a reliable source of money ...
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Selfie unity long gone: coalition of noise - how the traffic light loses its reputation
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Ukraine war: Ukraine reports Russian attack on television tower in Kharkov: Military aid for Ukraine is not coming too late, says the NATO chief. Meanwhile ...
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Migration, economy: FDP Secretary General Bijan Djir-Sarai calls for a turnaround
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German vice chancellor backs Ukraine 'fight for freedom' on Kiev trip | DPA
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Quick Glance: Habeck's Visit to Ukraine: Solidarity and Support
- Robert Habeck visits Ukraine to show German solidarity and promise support.
- Ukraine is in a war fighting for freedom and European values.
- Habeck brings business representatives to promote investments and boost arms production.
- Germany supports Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and financial aid for the energy sector.
Ukraine shoots down Russian Tu-22M3 fighter jet: Ukrainian military sources told Ukrainian media that a Russian Tu-22M3 fighter jet was shot down in the ...
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Military technology betrayed?: Three suspected Chinese spies arrested in Germany: The accusation: secret service agent activity and violation of the foreign ...
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Ukraine war: Kharkiv TV tower collapsed: The television tower in the city of Kharkiv has been destroyed after a Russian attack on eastern Ukraine.
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Söder settles accounts with Baerbock: "Only confusion and international damage": Markus Söder doesn't find much good in the work of Green Party Foreign Minister ...
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Controversial migration policy: German MPs protest against Sunak's Rwanda deal: Rishi Sunak meets with Chancellor Scholz in Berlin. Members of the SPD ...
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Scholz makes promises: “Make this easier now”: During a flying visit to a timber construction company in Dresden, Olaf Scholz listens to the concerns of the ...
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Top Russian officer apparently killed in Ukrainian Storm Shadow attack: Loss for Russia: A communications brigade commander is said to have died in a Ukrainian ...
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Billion-dollar package for Kiev: America's last big aid package for Ukraine for the time being
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Basic child security “absurd”: Job centers send fire letter to Scholz: The Green Family Minister's prestige project is once again drawing massive criticism ...
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"Hello, this is Olaf Scholz": German government launches its own WhatsApp channel
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Explosion in Crimean port: Russia's oldest naval vessel is on fire: The submarine salvage ship "Kommuna" has been in service with the Russian Navy since 1915 ...
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UK announces £75B defense boost — and challenges Europe to follow suit: Move will see Britain spend 2.5 percent of GDP on defense by end of the decade as Downing ...
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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Economic policy: There is now a red-yellow-green alert: The FDP writes cutting-edge papers, the Chancellor complains about the economy - and Robert Habeck ...
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Germany’s doomed China strategy: The corporatist spell must soon break
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Economy in Germany: BDI boss Russwurm warns traffic light government: Industry President Russwurm warns of a long economic downturn. And explains what the ...
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German chancellor urges Israel not to retaliate after Iran attack | DPA: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged Israel not to respond to Iran's direct attack ...
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Scholz Arrives in China on a Mission to Dial Down Trade Tensions: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will take a delicate message to China this week: Beijing has not ...
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German Beer Day: Seven reasons why it must become a World Heritage Site: April 23 is the day of German beer. This is when the Bavarian Purity Law was enacted in ...
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Hunger strike in Berlin: Starving against the Federal Chancellor: Three activists are on hunger strike near the Chancellery in Berlin. One of them has been for ...
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Scholz: What Kant would say to Putin.: Why Chancellor Scholz praises Kant - and what he has to say to Putin.
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RTL/ntv trend barometer: The Greens fall to their worst result since 2018: For a long time, the Greens were the only one of the traffic light parties that was ...
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Russia's war against Ukraine: Scholz calls on EU partners for further Patriot systems
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International financing: Will Germany have to break its climate promise?: Climate protection costs money, and Germany was considered a reliable source of money ...
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Julia Navalnaya awarded media freedom prize: Alexei Navalny's widow has been awarded the Media Freedom Prize. CDU leader Friedrich Merz praised Navalnaya as a ...
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Quick Glance: Yulia Navalnaya Receives German Press Award
- Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Alexei Navalny, honored by a German publishing house in Bavaria for promoting media freedom.
- At the event on Friday, April 19, Navalnaya reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to promoting media freedom and carrying on her late husband's legacy.
- During her acceptance speech, Navalnaya reiterated her earlier statements alleging Russian President Vladimir Putin's involvement in her husband's death.
- Yulia Navalnaya, collaborating with publishers to finalize the manuscript, emphasizes that 'Patriot' is a testament to Alexei's life and his commitment to the fight against dictatorship.
Scholz: Germany needs to become 'faster and simpler' | DPA: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that the Hannover Messe - one of the world's largest ...
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Xi Jinping says China’s exports are helping ease global inflation: Chinese president warns German Chancellor Olaf Scholz against ‘rise of protectionism’
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War reporter allegedly killed: Moscow complains about damaged energy facilities: Russia claims to have intercepted dozens of Ukrainian drones. Nevertheless ...
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Industry sounds the alarm: “Germany is expected to fall further behind in 2024”: German industry is using the start of the Hannover Messe as an opportunity to ...
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Solution for Ukraine? The SPD hopes for Switzerland: The Social Democrats are full of praise for Chancellor Olaf Scholz after his trip to China ...
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Anne Brorhilker: The mystery surrounding Germany's most prominent prosecutor: Anne Brorhilker is the best-known fighter against financial crime in Germany ...
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Germany urges UK’s Rishi Sunak to spend big on defense: Russian threat looms large as Chancellor Olaf Scholz prepares to welcome British PM to Berlin.
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Chancellor wants fair competition with China: Chancellor Scholz uses the visit to China to protect the position of German companies. EU Commission President von ...
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Moscow's losses in Ukraine: BBC counts more than 50,000 fallen Russian soldiers: Russia is paying a high price for its war of aggression in Ukraine ...
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Corruption: the Qatari boss of the Bürgenstock resort goes to prison: A convict as the host of a peace conference. The Qatari owner of the hotel resort where a ...
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China's spies: On behalf of the innovative dragon: The arrest of four suspected agents in Germany reveals the threatening extent of China's foreign espionage.
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UK to buy German-made new artillery system: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to convene with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin to fortify defense ...
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Scholz on TikTok: The chancellor's most loyal friend: Chancellor Scholz has recently made his presence felt on TikTok. The most successful video so far: a ...
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Chancellor's morale-boosting trip: Olaf Scholz travels halfway around the world to lecture China again. What came of it? - Die Weltwoche
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