More articles on this subject
Previous
High risk of sunburn: Weather service issues UV warning level 9 in parts of Germany
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/panorama/Wetterdienst-ruft-UV-Warnstufe-9-in-Teilen-Deutschlands-aus-article25854844.html

Thunderstorms will cause gusts of wind and heavy rain again on Thursday: On Thursday, humid air will once again hit Germany, triggering strong thunderstorms ...
focus.de/wetter/gewitter-sorgen-schon-am-donnerstag-wieder-fuer-sturmboeen-und-starkregen_4da4de2f-ab7f-493e-8b13-255c1ce931a7.html

Severe weather warning: RED alert in 20 districts! This is where things are going to happen
focus.de/panorama/warnungen-in-ganz-deutschland-nach-der-wochenendhitze-kommen-heftige-gewitter_1aa12b3d-a5fe-43ce-ae3f-63b3304ca9ce.html

Hot weekend: Weather service measures highest temperature of the year so far: The weekend weather was hot, with annual highs recorded at a station in Saarland ...
spiegel.de/panorama/wetter-in-deutschland-deutscher-wetterdienst-misst-bislang-hoechste-temperatur-des-jahres-a-8224e91d-5d5e-44ef-bff4-c358a2d1c7ba

Weather service warns of thunderstorms and "unusually high winds" in the south-east
focus.de/wetter/wetterdienst-warnt-vor-unwettern-und-ungewoehnlich-viel-wind-im-suedosten_1fa8e6dd-ccbf-4712-bbd9-f272e9e31ed1.html

DWD warns throughout Germany: after the hot weekend, thunderstorms are coming: The heat is followed by thunderstorms and storms at the start of the week ...
focus.de/wetter/warnungen-in-ganz-deutschland-nach-der-wochenendhitze-kommen-heftige-gewitter_4531925a-8718-4ba2-9d8e-0d3944f8220b.html

Heatwave eases as rainy weather blows in across parts of UK: After the recent heat, Sunday feels very different - and there is unsettled weather ahead.
bbc.com/news/articles/crrqw7z0ykko

Government statement by Friedrich Merz: Warning of Russian threat: The Chancellor comments on the foreign policy situation in a government statement ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/regierungserklaerung-von-friedrich-merz-warnung-vor-russischer-bedrohung-li.2336148


Photo: tagesschau.de · view article
Germany Boosts Global Role and Calls for Peace EffortsChancellor Merz highlights Germany’s renewed resolve and aims to settle the US trade dispute by early July.
- Germany has reemerged as an active player on the European and international stage shortly after the new government formed.
- Merz urges a ceasefire in Gaza to ensure humane treatment of vulnerable groups such as women, children, and the elderly.
- Recent Russian airstrikes on Ukraine demonstrate a lack of peace willingness, necessitating a firm response, according to Merz.
- The trade dispute with the US aims for resolution by early July, emphasizing that tariffs harm all parties involved.
A real, lasting peace requires a willingness to make peace from all sides.— Friedrich Merz in his government statement regarding the Ukraine conflict.
OpinionBeyond the obvious: Why Germany's approach to development aid is wrong: Germany invests almost 30 billion euros in development aid every year ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/kolumnen/beyond-the-obvious-warum-deutschlands-kurs-in-der-entwicklungshilfe-falsch-ist/100136255.html
Photo: handelsblatt.com · view article
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.
Manifesto signatories: SPD politician Stegner should no longer be a member of the intelligence control body
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/ralf-stegner-soll-geheimdienst-kontrollgremium-verlassen-a-f811927f-1b65-4df8-8f55-68d70e938089

Macron and Merz: Europe must arm itself in an unstable world: Norms are eroding and old certainties are being challenged — we must act accordingly
ft.com/content/c1bf5fe8-602d-4887-a5eb-1bd247be9d54

Lax anti-tobacco laws: WHO calls for higher tobacco taxes in Germany: The World Health Organization accuses Germany of glaring shortcomings in the fight against ...
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/unternehmen/rauchen-who-verlangt-hoehere-tabaksteuern-in-deutschland-a-f3fa2067-2cff-408e-b62e-29623fd28f45
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 ...
sueddeutsche.de/medien/boris-pistorius-miosga-iran-bundeswehr-li.3272289



Photo: berliner-zeitung.de · view article
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.
Key FactsJun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: berliner-zeitung.de
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.
Famous TV chef: Alfons Schuhbeck is apparently terminally ill with cancer: The fraud trial against the famous TV chef Alfons Schuhbeck is likely to come to a ...
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/unternehmen/alfons-schuhbeck-ist-offenbar-unheilbar-krebskrank-a-a1c7fb89-7650-4bab-b9b0-6e64330288e3

Photo: stern.de · view article
Alfons Schuhbeck Admits Charges Amid Health BattleAt 76, Schuhbeck pleaded guilty to insolvency and fraud; his prison sentence is currently suspended due to terminal cancer treatment.
- Alfons Schuhbeck acknowledged charges of insolvency delay and COVID aid fraud at the Munich Regional Court.
- His confession forms part of a plea deal expecting a total sentence between four and four years and eight months.
- This sentence includes a prior 2022 conviction for tax evasion of three years and two months.
- Due to his incurable cancer, Schuhbeck’s prison term is postponed, allowing him to remain free until mid-September.
I want to face this procedure and admit the facts of the indictment. I deeply regret the damage caused and the worries and troubles of my creditors. I apologize for that.— Alfons Schuhbeck, during his trial for insolvency delay and COVID relief fraud.
“Origin beats performance”: study disproves the myth of the meritocracy: A new study has shown that the same social classes have been coming to the top for ...
fr.de/wirtschaft/herkunft-schlaegt-leistung-studie-widerlegt-maer-von-der-leistungsgesellschaft-zr-93797021.html

BCG wealth report: Germany's super-rich are getting even richer: The boom on the international stock markets has significantly increased the wealth of the rich ...
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/soziales/superreiche-in-deutschland-werden-noch-superreicher-a-99fad2be-6757-43a3-8f58-dbddc79ee27c

Germany backs major NATO defense spending boost — but not to please Trump: Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government will boost defense spending to €153 billion in ...
politico.eu/article/friedrich-merz-germany-major-nato-defense-boost-donald-trump-us-eu-military-budget-ukraine-russia/

What the NATO goals mean for Germany: At the NATO summit in The Hague, the member states want to commit to new goals. These are likely to pose a challenge for ...
tagesschau.de/inland/innenpolitik/deutschland-nato-ziele-100.html


Photo: reuters.com · view article
Rutte Navigates NATO Summit Amid Trump TurmoilIn June 2025, Rutte secures a draft deal boosting European defense spending during his debut NATO summit as secretary general.
- Mark Rutte skillfully avoids clashes over defense budgets during his first NATO summit as secretary general.
- He fosters alliance unity despite tensions caused by Trump’s divergent views on Russia and military commitments.
- Rutte firmly supports Ukraine but limits Zelenskiy’s summit role to a pre-event dinner to prevent disputes.
- His talent for coalition-building and crisis management underpins hopes for a successful meeting in The Hague.
This summit is about the Euro-Atlantic area, making sure that we can defend ourselves against the Russians -- the really fast-reconstituting Russians.— Mark Rutte, speaking to reporters on Monday.
OpinionSyringe attacks at Fête de la Musique: Left in the lurch: Women were stabbed with syringes at the Fête de la Musique in France. Men called for it online ...
taz.de/Festival-in-Frankreich-Maenner-riefen-online-dazu-auf-Frauen-mit-Spritzen-zu-stechen/!6092878/
Pride and Bundestag administration: Julia Klöckner prohibits employees from taking part
nzz.ch/international/csd-und-bundestagsverwaltung-julia-kloeckner-untersagt-mitarbeitern-teilnahme-ld.1890074
Photo: nzz.ch · view article
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.
Minimum wage and citizen's income: Many Germans can't live on their wages: For the first time since 2015, the number of "top-ups" in Germany is rising again ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/innenpolitik/id_100787870/mindestlohn-und-buergergeld-viele-deutsche-koennen-nicht-vom-gehalt-leben.html

OpinionGuest commentary: Europe must play a greater role in NATO: New threats not only require more money, but also new concepts and international cooperation ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/gastbeitraege/gastkommentar-europa-muss-sich-in-der-nato-staerker-einbringen/100136353.html

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 ...
sueddeutsche.de/muenchen/islam-muslime-muenchen-diskriminierung-rassismus-bettina-mehic-li.3267054

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 ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/06/23/german-foreign-minister-iran-must-negotiate-directly-with-us
Syringe attack in France: victims speak out: Numerous women were attacked with syringes at the "Fête de la Musique", but it is still unclear what they were ...
stern.de/gesellschaft/spritzen-attacke-in-frankreich--opfer-melden-sich-zu-wort-35833526.html
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 ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/wirtschaftspolitik-kanzler-merz-neun-punkte-plan-fuer-die-wirtschaft/100136219.html


Half of parents go without food for their children - big problems with the citizen's income
fr.de/wirtschaft/die-haelfte-der-eltern-verzichtet-fuer-kinder-auf-essen-grosse-probleme-beim-buergergeld-zr-93798301.html

Middle Franconia: Five bathers bitten: Police officer shoots two-meter fish: Weißenburg - An aggressive fish over two meters long has injured at least five ...
mz.de/panorama/funf-badegaste-gebissen-polizist-erschiesst-zwei-meter-fisch-4070519

Photo: sueddeutsche.de · view article
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.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sueddeutsche.de
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.
Middle East war: concern about attacks by the Iranian regime in Germany: The war against Iran could also have repercussions here in Germany. CDU security ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/nahost-krieg-sorge-vor-anschlaegen-des-iranischen-regimes-in-deutschland/100136640.html

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 ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/konjunktur/imk-prognose-deutschland-soll-usa-2026-beim-wachstum-ueberholen/100136756.html


Photo: handelsblatt.com · view article
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.
Key FactsJun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
- 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.
OpinionBerlin: Teacher is bullied, senator continues to ignore all problems: The case of a Berlin teacher: superiors fail while the teacher is discriminated against ...
sueddeutsche.de/meinung/lehrer-mobbing-fall-systemversagen-berlin-kommentar-li.3270048

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate: Educational Level of EU Immigrants Reaches Record High
spiegel.de/karriere/bildung-bildungsniveau-von-zuwanderern-in-der-eu-erreicht-rekordhoch-a-72e874f6-7ac3-4735-8efc-f183af93829b
Photo: spiegel.de · view article
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.
Hearing on “Compact” ban: talk of system overthrow? Allegedly just PR: Jürgen Elsässer spent two days at the Federal Administrative Court defending himself ...
spiegel.de/panorama/compact-magazin-so-lief-die-verhandlung-vor-dem-bundesverwaltungsgericht-in-leipzig-a-413f2f84-8bc3-471d-8178-b269d23936d7


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 ...
thelocal.de/20250616/why-a-quarter-of-immigrants-in-germany-are-thinking-of-leaving


Russia withdraws from agreement on cooperation with Germany: Russia withdraws from an agreement on military-technical cooperation with Germany ...
de.euronews.com/2025/06/19/russland-tritt-aus-abkommen-uber-militarisch-technische-zusammenarbeit-mit-deutschland-aus

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 ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/germany-plans-to-reach-new-nato-spending-target-by-2029/

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
ft.com/content/d26c8ed8-8c1e-45a4-a9b2-68fc538ce96a
Photo: ft.com · view article
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.
After biting incident in Bavaria: How dangerous are catfish in German bathing lakes?
n-tv.de/wissen/Wie-gefaehrlich-sind-Welse-in-deutschen-Badeseen-article25853301.html


Photo: n-tv.de · view article
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
PC gaming figures fall again in Germany, down to just 13.1 million — marking a 20% decline since 2019
tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/pc-gaming-figures-fall-again-in-germany-down-to-just-13-1-million-marking-a-20-percent-decline-since-2019
European comparison: Germany rides e-bikes: Almost half of European electric bike sales are generated in Germany. However, the bicycle industry had expected an ...
spiegel.de/auto/e-bikes-deutsche-kaufen-besonders-viele-fahrraeder-mit-elektromotor-a-55d70858-a1ad-455e-ac06-d2d43aa92e46
Arrests at pro-Palestinian demonstration in Berlin: Violence breaks out during the protest against Israel's actions in the Middle East conflict.
sueddeutsche.de/politik/berlin-festnahmen-gaza-demo-li.3272775

Photo: berliner-zeitung.de · view article
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.
Why there are security guards in Bamberg's outdoor pools: Security at the edge of the pool: Security guards are always to be seen in Bamberg's swimming pools ...
infranken.de/lk/bamberg/wellness/darum-gibt-es-in-bambergs-freibaedern-security-kraefte-art-6231433
Photo: infranken.de · view article
Longstanding Security Presence in Bamberg’s Outdoor PoolsWeekends bring up to 16,000 visitors to Bamberg’s pools, where security staff help maintain order and prevent conflicts.
- Security personnel have been deployed for several years in Bamberg’s outdoor pools to ensure safety during busy periods.
- Last weekend, more than 16,000 guests visited the pools, including over 6,000 on Sunday across multiple locations.
- The local utility company cooperates closely with police and provides regular safety training to its staff.
- A photography ban protects guests’ privacy, with exceptions possible only after consultation with pool or security staff.
The deployment of additional security personnel has a preventive character.— Jan Giersberg, spokesperson for Bamberg's municipal utilities, explains the necessity of security personnel in Bamberg's swimming pools.
Attack by masked men in France: Shots fired after wedding, bride and attacker dead
spiegel.de/panorama/goult-in-frankreich-schuesse-nach-hochzeit-braut-und-angreifer-tot-a-8b22ea59-f5f4-4949-86d0-04160cdc3242

“She said yes”: Andrea Kiewel sends her love to Tel Aviv: Presenter Andrea Kiewel commutes between Germany and Israel. During the ZDF program “Fernsehgarten” ...
spiegel.de/panorama/leute/andrea-kiewel-zdf-moderatorin-schickt-liebesgruss-nach-tel-aviv-a-26fd8135-89e3-4fae-94de-00d3a5db55b7


Photo: spiegel.de · view article
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.'
Wave of lawsuits against Germany: 2400 Afghans "must be allowed to come immediately"
focus.de/politik/deutschland/klagewelle-gegen-deutschland-2400-afghanen-muessen-sofort-kommen-duerfen_f58c068e-7f82-413f-a063-5315e473bcae.html

Photo: welt.de · view article
Legal Battle Over Afghan Entry Suspension in BerlinOver 2400 Afghans await visas in Islamabad, with 20 lawsuits challenging Germany's halted intake since 2021.
- Germany has admitted vulnerable Afghans since 2021, but the current government aims to largely end this program.
- At least 20 lawsuits opposing the suspension were filed in Berlin, backed by lawyers and civil society groups.
- Those affected, including local staff and activists, have waited more than 18 months in Pakistani guesthouses, facing mental health issues.
- Despite security concerns from some individuals flagged as threats, organizations condemn the visa halt and plan further legal action.
Until then, entries are suspended.— The Interior Ministry in response to a request from the Green Party faction in the Bundestag.
Defense: Study warns of insufficient armament in Europe: A recent analysis shows that Germany will not be ready to defend itself by 2030 ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/verteidigung-studie-warnt-vor-unzureichender-aufruestung-in-europa/100136747.html


Operation Midnight Hammer: How destructive were the US attacks on Iran: The US Air Force attacked Iranian nuclear facilities with bunker busters weighing several ...
nzz.ch/visuals/operation-midnight-hammer-so-zerstoererisch-waren-die-us-angriffe-auf-iran-ld.1890117
Kim Virginia Hartung loses baby - | and makes accusations: Former jungle camp participant Kim Virginia Hartung has lost her baby. However ...
t-online.de/unterhaltung/stars/id_100787424/kim-virginia-hartung-verliert-baby-und-erhebt-vorwuerfe.html

Bill Gates: Germany's leadership role is more important than ever - a guest article
rnd.de/politik/bill-gates-deutschlands-fuehrungsrolle-ist-wichtiger-denn-je-ein-gastbeitrag-RZTKIAKGHBH5ZPCBRFYOF42PW4.html


Photo: rnd.de · view article
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
German business activity returns to growth in June, PMI shows: Business activity in Germany, Europe's largest economy, returned to growth in June ...
reuters.com/world/europe/german-business-activity-returns-growth-june-pmi-shows-2025-06-23/
Russia and the threat of war: Companies are doing far too little so far: Germany can only become defensible if companies cooperate. But so far they have done far ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/russland-und-die-kriegsgefahr-unternehmen-tun-bislang-viel-zu-wenig-110548477.html

USA and Iran: Wadephul urges negotiated solution: Following the US attacks on nuclear facilities in Iran, Foreign Minister Wadephul continues to focus on ...
tagesschau.de/inland/wadephul-iran-usa-100.html

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 ...
augsburger-allgemeine.de/politik/us-bomben-auf-den-iran-koennen-wohlstand-kosten-109913215

Controversial proposal by the Left Party: CSU wants to prevent Reichinnek's appointment to secret service oversight
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/csu-will-heidi-reichinnek-in-geheimdienst-aufsicht-verhindern-a-b4a764ed-79eb-49ff-9bbf-c9b712912fce
Photo: welt.de · view article
CSU Opposes Left Candidate for Intelligence OversightHeidi Reichinnek’s bid for the Bundestag’s intelligence watchdog faces CSU resistance amid calls for absolute majority votes.
- The CSU opposes the nomination of Left Party leader Heidi Reichinnek to the Parliamentary Control Committee (PKGr).
- The PKGr supervises federal intelligence services and is considered a key part of Germany’s security framework.
- CSU parliamentary leader Alexander Hoffmann condemns Reichinnek’s candidacy as a politically motivated provocation unfit for the committee.
- The Left Party urges all democratic factions to secure an absolute majority vote for Reichinnek, relying on some Union support.
This highly sensitive committee needs suitable personnel instead of party-political provocation. The nomination of Ms. Reichinnek is the exact opposite.— CSU group leader Alexander Hoffmann on the nomination of Heidi Reichinnek for the Parliamentary Control Committee.
Summer in Germany is coming to a head: June 2025 on course for a record - | next heatwave with 35 degrees is coming
fr.de/panorama/extrem-sommer-deutschland-spitzt-sich-zu-juni-2025-rekordkurs-hitzewelle-bis-35-grad-unwetter-zr-93796923.html

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 ...
zdfheute.de/politik/ausland/usa-angriff-iran-risiken-israel-nahost-100.html


Photo: fr.de · view article
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.
OpinionScandals: the more right-wing, the more forgivable?: Missteps are judged differently in this country - depending on the political camp of the protagonists ...
zeit.de/politik/deutschland/2025-06/skandale-oeffentlichkeit-debatte-patrick-graichen-jens-spahn-5vor8

German farewell culture: Waslat Hasrat-Nazimi's new book "Rausländer": In her book "Rausländer", Waslat Hasrat-Nazimi describes what Germany 2025 feels like for ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/deutschland-rassismus-ausgrenzung-migration-waslat-hasrat-nazimi-rauslaender-rezension-li.3248769

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 ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/germany-hire-11000-more-military-personnel-this-year-bild-reports-2025-06-21/
Photo: reuters.com · view article
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.
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 ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/weltordnung-wo-bist-du-putin-und-trump-setzen-die-macht-des-staerkeren-durch-li.2335652

Conscription survey: majority of Germans in favor of reintroduction: Compulsory military service in Germany has been over since 2011. Calls for its ...
stern.de/politik/deutschland/wehrpflicht-umfrage--mehrheit-der-deutschen-fuer-wiedereinfuehrung-35828072.html

Photo: handelsblatt.com · view article
Youth Mostly Rejects Conscription Amid Security Debate54% of Germans favor reinstating conscription, but only 35% of 18-29-year-olds support it amid rising security concerns.
Key FactsJun 20 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: handelsblatt.com
- A survey indicates that 54 percent of Germans back reintroducing mandatory military service.
- Only 36 percent support conscription for both men and women, while 18 percent prefer it exclusively for men.
- Support varies by age, with just 35 percent approval among 18- to 29-year-olds compared to 66 percent among those over 70.
- Changing the constitution to include women in conscription would require a two-thirds majority, which is currently uncertain.
Departure of Afghans: "This lack of prospects is like a slow death": In Pakistan, 2,400 Afghans have been waiting for months for their promised departure to ...
zeit.de/gesellschaft/2025-06/ausreise-afghanen-pakistan-ortskraefte-verfolgte-deutschland

Cutting red tape: Everyone is calling for it, but so far no one has offered any real solutions.
sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/buerokratieabbau-deutschland-elon-musk-verwaltung-li.3253883

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: ...
spiegel.de/panorama/wetter-prognose-fuer-das-wochenende-deutschland-schwitzt-hitze-bis-37-grad-a-3c6bceaa-10aa-4ee4-b5ec-15d25289bf5d


Photo: spiegel.de · view article
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.
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 ...
saechsische.de/politik/regional/ungarn-maja-t-bleibt-in-u-haft-6ZSMX45VAIEFXPGMZTNGF4GUO4.html

Despite Klingbeil's hesitation: Conscription is being implemented at breakneck speed - | CDU is putting pressure on
derwesten.de/politik/pistorius-klingebeils-bundeswehr-wehrpflicht-spd-cdu-id301641965.html


Photo: derwesten.de · view article
Wehrpflicht Debate Intensifies Amidst Military NeedsGermany must add 50,000–60,000 soldiers per NATO, CDU pushes fast service return, SPD prefers voluntary recruitment and readiness plans.
- SPD Minister Klingbeil opposes reinstating mandatory military service and aims to make the armed forces more appealing.
- Defense Minister Pistorius proposes a new service model, with Klingbeil supporting legal frameworks for emergencies.
- The CDU demands reintroducing conscription, including for women, to reach a force size of 240,000 troops.
- Urgency is emphasized due to evolving security threats requiring swift and effective defense measures.
There will be no return to the old conscription, where all young men of a generation are drafted.— Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil comments on the debate about conscription.
Knife attack in Bavaria: 15-year-old stabbed to death during argument at reservoir
mz.de/panorama/15-jahriger-bei-streit-am-stausee-erstochen-4070719

Photo: welt.de · view article
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.
Brandenburg: Woidke re-elected as SPD leader - slightly less approval: Brandenburg's Minister President Woidke is the longest-serving SPD state leader in Germany ...
spiegel.de/politik/brandenburg-dietmar-woidke-als-spd-chef-bestaetigt-a-effe2e18-0243-4fe6-88df-eff45a0cf9e1

OpinionComment: Offices for former chancellors - forget about social envy for a moment: Of course, the eight jobs for Olaf Scholz cost a lot of money ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/kommentare/kommentar-bueros-fuer-die-altkanzler-vergesst-mal-kurz-den-sozialneid/100136289.html

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” ...
politico.eu/article/donald-trump-nato-summit-already-success-germany-general/

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 ...
salon.com/2025/06/22/america-slides-into-totalitarianism--and-it-wont-be-easy-to-reverse/

"Green steel": ArcelorMittal cancels conversion at two German plants: Due to expensive electricity prices, steel giant ArcelorMittal cancels the conversion to ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/gruener-stahl-arcelormittal-blaest-umstellung-in-zwei-deutschen-werken-ab_524fa086-2f49-44c3-a960-3006d2bce6f8.html

Photo: welt.de · view article
ArcelorMittal Halts Green Steel Amid Germany’s Energy CrisisTwo billion-euro projects for climate-neutral steel are canceled; investments shift to France with its carbon-neutral nuclear power.
- ArcelorMittal cancels two climate-neutral steel projects in Germany despite 1.3 billion euros in subsidies.
- The company cites slow energy transition and uncertain site conditions as reasons for economic infeasibility.
- The federal government faces criticism for lacking a clear hydrogen strategy and having restrictive regulations.
- ArcelorMittal redirects investments to France, which benefits from affordable, CO₂-neutral nuclear energy.
The requirements are too restrictive, this is becoming increasingly clear.— Veronika Grimm, economic advisor and member of the National Hydrogen Council, discusses the challenges of German energy policy and the need for a more pragmatic approach.
Putin: “I am ready to meet with everyone - including Zelensky”: Putin is ready to meet with Zelensky in the “final” phase of the talks. He would also hold talks ...
diepresse.com/19810926/putin-ich-bin-bereit-mich-mit-allen-zu-treffen-einschliesslich-mit-selenskij

Photo: stern.de · view article
Putin Claims Sovereignty Over Entire UkrainePutin threatens to capture Sumy, with Russian forces just 18 km from the city’s border amid ongoing conflict.
- Putin considers Russians and Ukrainians one people, asserting Russia's claim to the entire Ukrainian territory.
- Russian forces are establishing a buffer zone in the northeast, extending ten to twelve kilometers deep.
- Although not an immediate objective, Putin did not rule out seizing the regional capital Sumy.
- Ukraine’s leadership condemned Putin’s remarks, viewing them as obstacles to peace efforts.
Wherever the foot of a Russian soldier stands, that place belongs to us.— Wladimir Putin stated this during his speech at the International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg.
War in the Middle East: Air Force flies Germans out of Israel: The German government has flown out Germans stranded in Israel with the Bundeswehr ...
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/israel-luftwaffe-holt-deutsche-aus-tel-aviv-ab-a-64f1fdcf-cedf-458c-b8af-4377c3470ee8

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 ...
spiegel.de/panorama/justiz/pleinfeld-ramsberg-in-bayern-15-jaehriger-an-fraenkischem-stausee-erstochen-a-fe4cf9e8-0c85-4079-be21-8509c62923b8

Bundeswehr designates Russia as "existential risk" to Germany and Europe: The German military, the Bundeswehr, has warned in an internal strategy paper of the ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/06/20/7518028/
Admission stop from Afghanistan: Wave of lawsuits against the German government: 2400 Afghans are stuck in Pakistan, despite promises from the German government ...
stern.de/politik/deutschland/aufnahmestopp-aus-afghanistan--klagewelle-gegen-bundesregierung-35823500.html

Health Minister Warken wants to present a redacted report on mask purchases: Members of the Bundestag are now to be given an insight into the investigation ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/spahn-masken-bericht-li.3271840

Photo: t-online.de · view article
Partial Redaction of Mask Procurement ReportMinister Warken will submit a partly blacked-out report on overpriced mask purchases to the budget committee this week.
- Health Minister Nina Warken plans to present the previously confidential mask procurement investigation to the Bundestag's budget committee.
- Certain sections will be redacted due to privacy concerns involving personal employee data and corporate secrets.
- The report addresses allegations of inflated mask prices and preferential treatment of a company linked to former Minister Spahn.
- Spahn claims unfamiliarity with the report but supports its release, a stance also backed by the Green and Left parties.
I have decided to present the report to the Budget Committee of the Bundestag in the coming session week.— Nina Warken, Minister of Health, in an interview with the 'Rheinische Post'.
Cash payments of 10,000 euros or more prohibited in future: New cash limit coming
freiepresse.de/nachrichten/wirtschaft/wirtschaft-regional/barzahlungen-ab-10-000-euro-kuenftig-verboten-neue-cash-obergrenze-kommt-artikel13856266

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 ...
politico.eu/article/how-eu-fill-us-america-hole-nato-donald-trump-hague-uk-france-germany-poland/

Delivery of machines: Selenskyj: 13 German companies help Moscow's arms industry: Despite sanctions, Moscow continues to import arms-related goods ...
n-tv.de/politik/Selenskyj-13-deutsche-Firmen-helfen-Moskaus-Ruestungsindustrie-article25849989.html

“Manifesto”: Constitutional protector criticizes Russia paper by SPD left-wingers
handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/manifest-verfassungsschuetzer-kritisiert-russland-papier-von-spd-linken/100136135.html

Germany relocates Tehran embassy staff abroad: Germany has temporarily relocated the staff of its embassy in Tehran abroad due to the current threat situation ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/06/21/germany-relocates-tehran-embassy-staff-abroad-foreign-ministry-official-says

Would they fight? How young men think about Germany's defense: Friedrich Merz wants to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe, Scholz proclaimed the ...
stern.de/politik/deutschland-im-ernstfall-verteidigen---was-jungen-maenner-denken-35787760.html
Green Party leader Banaszak: “Of course climate protection costs something”: Green Party leader Banaszak wants to distribute the costs of climate change more ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/felix-banaszak-gruene-klimaschutz-klimaabgabe-li.3264205


New Enquete Commission: Black-Red coalition initiates review of coronavirus policy
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/coronapandemie-cdu-csu-und-spd-stossen-aufarbeitung-an-a-ef7edb88-6b2a-4f7f-b29c-f5dc8231d928

Pensions have apparently risen significantly in ten years: According to a report, state pensions in Germany have risen significantly since 2014. However ...
zdfheute.de/wirtschaft/renten-deutschland-gestiegen-100.html
Next