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Robert Geiss shows photo of perpetrator after robbery and promises a reward: After the Geisses had already published a video of the robbery, they now go one step ...
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OpinionOpinion: Friedrich Merz and the "dirty work" - how the Chancellor tramples on international law
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OpinionScandals: The more right-wing, the more forgivable?: Mistakes are judged differently in this country - | depending on the political camp of the protagonists ...
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Russia: Putin ready for talks with Chancellor Merz: For the first time, Vladimir Putin has spoken out about German Chancellor Friedrich Merz - and signaled a ...
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Austria mourns Alfred Brendel, one of the 20th century's greatest pianists: With a 60-year career and self-taught background, Austria's Alfred Brendel became ...
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OpinionComment: It's the economy, Friedrich Merz: The Federal Chancellor has arrived on the international stage. At home, the economy is waiting for the starting signal ...
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Russia's Putin says he's open to talks with Merz, Zelenskyy: Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is ready to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr ...
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Putin Downplays NATO Build-Up, Vows Ukraine AdvancePutin dismisses NATO spending boost as no threat and confirms ongoing Russian military gains amid stalled Ukraine peace talks.
- Putin states NATO’s defense spending increase does not threaten Russia due to its self-sufficient security capabilities.
- Russian forces continue daily advances across the entire frontline in Ukraine despite international pressure.
- Putin questions Zelensky’s legitimacy and conditions a meeting with him on final peace negotiation stages.
- Despite numerous civilian casualties from Russian strikes, Putin denies targeting non-military sites.
We do not consider any rearmament by NATO to be a threat to the Russian Federation, because we are self-sufficient in terms of ensuring our own security.— Putin made this statement during a televised press conference in Saint Petersburg regarding NATO's defense spending.
War in Iran: Why many reject an overthrow from outside: The Israeli attacks are shaking the Islamic Republic. But many Iranians reject an overthrow from outside ...
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Corpus Christi and co: An abundance of public holidays jeopardizes Germany's competitiveness!
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Germany's ailing railway hints at longer upgrade times on key lines: Construction work to modernize Germany's crumbling railway network may take several years ...
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Negotiations between the heads of the federal states and Friedrich Merz: Federal government pledges relief for tax shortfalls
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OpinionRising housing costs: Rich landlords, poor tenants: Rents have risen by more than 50 percent since 2015, and in some places have even doubled. Unfortunately ...
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"The acts exceed human imagination": 20-year-old pedocriminal arrested in Germany
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Investigation of International Child Abuse NetworkA 20-year-old suspect allegedly committed over 120 offenses against children across multiple countries in three years.
- Hamburg police arrested a 20-year-old German-Iranian accused of abusing vulnerable children online over several years.
- The suspect is charged with severely harming at least eight minors aged 11 to 15 through various crimes.
- He reportedly targeted suicidal forums to emotionally manipulate youths into self-harm or suicide attempts.
- Authorities advise parents to monitor encrypted communication apps like Discord and Telegram for potential risks.
These are abysses that are hard to bear.— Hamburg's police president Falk Schnabel about the actions of the alleged perpetrator.
OpinionThe law of the jungle is the reality in which we live.: The law of the jungle is the reality in which we live. Nevertheless, the aims of a war are not ...
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Welcome back: Merz lifts Germany back onto the world political stage: After the dithering Olaf Scholz comes the hands-on Friedrich Merz. The new chancellor has ...
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City rents have risen by 50 percent since 2015: Rents in Germany's largest cities have risen by almost 50 percent in the past ten years - despite the rent freeze ...
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Migration: basis for asylum turnaround - praise from the CDU for Faeser's border policy
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Pension: tough proposal from Green politician - academics should work longer: The Green politician is calling for a revolution in the system. Academics should ...
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More and more right-wing extremist youth groups: Bald heads and combat boots were yesterday, today there are Insta videos and gaming platforms ...
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Rising Extremism Among Youth in Online GroupsSince summer 2024, right-wing extremist activity online has surged, with young activists showing significant potential for violence.
- More youth-driven right-wing extremist groups are emerging in Germany, primarily connecting through social media platforms.
- The domestic intelligence agency reports a sharp increase in digital right-wing agitation since mid-2024.
- These groups also participate in public demonstrations, hiking events, and combat sports training sessions.
- Hostility toward LGBTQ individuals acts as a gateway for many young people into extremist circles.
The fight against the LGBTQ community is 'a kind of gateway' to joining the far-right scene.— Thomas Strobl (CDU) in response to a request from the SPD faction.
The “AI Gigafactory” mystery: An AI Gigafactory is to be built in Germany in 2027, housing more than 100,000 GPUs. Nvidia is excited ...
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RTL/ntv trend barometer: Approval for Merz rises, CDU/CSU emerges from low: Six weeks after taking office, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is gaining approval ...
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Union Widens Lead Over AfD in Latest PollThe RTL/n-tv trend barometer shows the largest gap between Union and AfD in several months as of June 2025.
- The latest Forsa survey indicates a clear lead for the Union over the AfD.
- The margin between the two parties is the widest in recent months.
- Current political sentiment is strongly shaped by the ongoing Middle East conflict.
- This data stems from the RTL/n-tv trend barometer published in June 2025.
Active pension: How will the new law benefit pensioners and the state?: The active pension is intended to motivate people to work longer. Experts warn of ...
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Anti-Muslim attacks and discrimination are on the rise in Germany: Anti-Muslim racism is increasingly becoming a major problem in Germany. In 2014 ...
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Water emergency in Germany: local authorities call for water conservation: Water is becoming increasingly scarce in Germany and many local authorities are ...
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Steinmeier: “Ashamed and angry” - Federal President expresses concern about anti-Semitism
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Steinmeier Highlights Rising Antisemitism in GermanyAt Leo Baeck Institute's 70th anniversary, Steinmeier stresses the urgent need to protect Jewish life amid growing attacks.
- President Steinmeier expressed deep concern over the increase in antisemitic incidents across Germany.
- Founded in 1955, the Leo Baeck Institute preserves the heritage of German-speaking Jewry with branches worldwide.
- LBI President Michael Brenner noted the Jewish community makes up only 0.2% of Germany’s population but symbolizes democratic health.
- Chancellor Merz linked migration to imported antisemitism, calling it a serious challenge for the country.
Only when Jews in Germany feel at home again, only then is Germany truly itself.— Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier expressed this in a greeting speech for the 70th anniversary of the Leo Baeck Institute.
Hate on the internet: Majority calls on politicians to act: Almost three quarters of people in Germany have encountered hate and hate speech on the internet ...
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“Threat situation”: Threatening letter against Regensburg CSD - consequences for the event are certain
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Regensburg CSD Route Changed Over Safety ThreatsA threatening letter led to a shorter parade route and a stationary event at the 2025 Regensburg CSD celebration.
- The Christopher Street Day in Regensburg is being reorganized due to an abstract threat situation.
- Organizers shortened the parade route through the old town after receiving a threatening letter.
- A stationary event on the cathedral square is planned to enhance safety measures.
- The Bavarian State Criminal Police Office is investigating the origin and contents of the threat.
There has been a threatening letter.— CSD organizer Alexander Irmisch regarding the threat situation that led to the rescheduling of the Christopher Street Day in Regensburg.
OpinionPopular uprising on June 17, 1953: The SED victims deserve more recognition: On June 17, 1953, people in the GDR courageously stood up to the unjust regime ...
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"Thought we wouldn't survive": The Geisses describe the raid in St. Tropez: In an exclusive interview with Frauke Ludowig, Robert and Carmen Geiss talk about ...
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Manfred Güllner: | "The vast majority wants nothing to do with the AfD": Are the voters the problem, Manfred Güllner? No, says the head of the opinion research ...
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Fiscal Council on budget plan: “Clearly overestimated” and “unambitious”: The Fiscal Council harshly criticizes the government's consolidation path ...
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Germany: One in four immigrants doesn't want to stay: Why are immigrants leaving Germany? A new study shows that other countries are more attractive to ...
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Masked man threatens tobacconist with knife
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Media use: More than two thirds of people avoid news: A consequence of the many crises and wars in the world? A study has come to the conclusion that more and ...
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Germany's Merz says diplomacy offer to now-weakened Iran still stands: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Tuesday that the leadership in Tehran has been ...
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Hammer lawyer files criminal complaint against Federal Minister of the Interior: Lawyer Dr. Michael von Glahn has filed a criminal complaint against Federal ...
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Germany sees sharp rise in incidents of Islamophobia: Over 3,000 anti-Muslim incidents were recorded in 2024 including verbal attacks, women being spat on ...
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Anti-Muslim racism: number of anti-Muslim incidents rises to record high: The Claim organization recorded more than 3,000 anti-Muslim incidents last year ...
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Annual report for 2024: Attacks and discrimination against Muslims at an all-time high
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Abortions in England and Wales will soon no longer be punishable: For almost 150 years, abortions in England and Wales have been a criminal offense in England ...
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Austria raises minimum age for gun purchases after shooting rampage: The shooting rampage in Graz has shaken Austria. Now the government in Vienna is restricting ...
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Graz shooting rampage: Austria adopts stricter gun laws: The rampage in Graz has left Austria in a state of shock. Now the government is reacting: the gun law ...
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Drought monitor for Germany: How dry it is in your region: Spring began with considerable drought in many parts of Germany. The drought monitor shows the current ...
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Groundwater is becoming scarce in Germany. Maps show where: Water is a limited resource in Germany. But many people only realize this when the Rhine dries up ...
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Economics Minister Reiche at the meeting of the Nuclear Alliance: Environment Minister Schneider rules out a turnaround on nuclear energy
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From 2027: Austria plans to monitor WhatsApp, Telegram and Co.: Austria plans to monitor encrypted messenger services from 2027 to counter terrorist threats ...
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Basejumper jumped from 3,450 meter high Alpine peak to his death: PARIS. An extreme sportsman has died in a wingsuit jump from a 3,450-meter-high mountain peak ...
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Toddler discovered in hot car: Kleve police smash window: At the last minute: police officers rescue a 14-month-old child from an overheated car in Kleve - the ...
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Austria raises minimum age for gun purchases: This and other tightening of the Weapons Act is intended to identify potential dangers early on and make access to ...
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European powers call on Iran to return to nuclear talks: French diplomatic source
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Tesla slips to eighth place: German car manufacturers dominate domestic e-car market
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In which German cities are the residents the happiest?: A ranking of Germany's 40 biggest cities in terms of residents' life satisfaction shows that ...
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OECD report: Drought areas have doubled in 120 years: People can no longer rely on sufficient water, experts warn. According to a new report ...
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Drought and flooding: Climate change hits eastern Austria hard: The first assessment report on climate change (AAR) was published in Austria ten years ago - | on ...
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OpinionConscription debate: An interjection from Norbert Lammert: Living in peace is not a “normal state”. To defend our freedom, Germany needs a new compulsory service ...
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Despite austerity budgets, 8.4 billion euros are still needed to get the deficit under control
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Top German cuisine: the new Michelin stars 2025: With Tohru Nakamura and Christoph Rüffer, the new Michelin Guide awards the third star to two top German chefs ...
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"They want to hammer into you that you're alone": The Iranian-Austrian citizen Kamran Ghaderi spent years in Iran's most notorious prison ...
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Plus 3.1 degrees: Climate change hits Austria hard: Austria has already warmed by 3.1 degrees, with dramatic consequences for the population and the economy ...
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Austria particularly affected by climate change: The second "Austrian Assessment Report on Climate Change" shows that there is a great need for action ...
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Topsy Küppers (1931 - | 2025): A great of cabaret: As an actress, singer, and theater director, she shaped the Viennese cabaret scene for decades ...
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3.1 degrees plus: What the new climate report reveals about Austria: Climate Minister Norbert Totschnig (ÖVP) and experts presented the Second Austrian ...
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There is one school psychologist for every 6,000 students.: After the shooting at the Graz school, the government is promising a "massive increase" in the number ...
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Stop Russian gas forever? Austria brings a new start into play: Ban Russian gas forever? While Brussels is planning a complete exit, Austria wants to reassess ...
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Rangnick wants a national stadium with a signal effect: "Would make Austria even more attractive"
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Marlene Engelhorn: “I'm a crouton, soaked full of rich soup.”: A year ago, the “Good Council for Redistribution” distributed Marlene Engelhorn's fortune ...
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IV chief economist: "Bordering on real satire, how difficult it is being made for wind power"
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Austrian gunman was obsessed with school shootings, police say: The 21-year-old, who meticulously planned the attack at his former high school in Graz ...
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Human heart in a pig embryo: Why researchers are creating hybrids: Chinese researchers grew human heart cells in pig embryos. How scary are such human-animal ...
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OpinionIran's hostility towards Israel: A deadly threat, not just an opinion: Israel's ambassador to Austria writes: "Israel is not acting of its own free will ...
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Can "cunt" ever have a feminist connotation?: Young female musicians now proudly call themselves "cunts". Is this part of the sometimes successful tradition of ...
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Police reveal details: Graz attacker had a "passion" for school massacres: He led a secluded life and enjoyed playing first-person shooters - | this was already ...
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16-year-old abused and killed: Life imprisonment for Upper Austrian (45): The crime took place in October 2024 in Vienna-Favoriten. The perpetrator acted ...
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Zelensky in Vienna: Austria assures Ukraine of further support: On his way to the G7 summit, Volodymyr Zelensky stopped in Vienna. The Austrian President ...
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Climate report: Massive investment needed in light of severe warming: VIENNA. Over the years, 200 scientists from 50 institutions have compiled an ...
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State of emergency in the film scene due to austerity package: “Hits with full force”
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Europol shuts down darknet for drug trafficking: European police authorities have succeeded in dismantling a digital marketplace for drugs.
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Friedrich Merz's “dirty work” statement: Middle East expert criticizes chancellor
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Diplomatic Fallout Over Merz’s Israel RemarksIran summoned Germany's ambassador after Chancellor Merz praised Israel's military role amid Middle East tensions in June 2025.
- Iran called in German Ambassador Markus Potzel following Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s comment that Israel performs 'dirty work' in Iran.
- Merz praised Israel’s military action against Iran at the G7 summit, sparking criticism within Germany.
- Israel supported Merz, highlighting Iran’s nuclear program as a global security threat requiring European vigilance.
- Chancellor’s Chief of Staff Thorsten Frei emphasized the risks posed by Iran’s missile capabilities to Europe.
That is the dirty work that Israel is doing for all of us.— Friedrich Merz stated this in a ZDF interview at the G7 summit in Canada.
Opinion“Dirty work”: Friedrich Merz invigorates German politics with his choice of words
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Merz Revitalizes German Politics with Bold SpeechSince recently adopting blunt rhetoric, Merz faces criticism while clarifying Germany's stance on Iran and Israel's actions.
- Friedrich Merz referred to Israel’s military strike on Iran as ‘dirty work,’ highlighting the threat posed by Tehran.
- His blunt language sparked criticism across the political spectrum, including from the Greens, AfD, and SPD.
- Unlike his predecessors, Merz openly communicates his views, increasing transparency in foreign policy.
- This frank approach introduces new vulnerabilities but also invigorates political discourse in Germany.
Israel is doing 'the dirty work for all of us.'— Friedrich Merz said this on the sidelines of the G-7 summit in Canada, commenting on Israel's military strike against Iran.
"When the chancellor seeks contact": Putin makes Merz an offer of talks: In a Q&A session with the major news agencies, the Russian president plays the statesman ...
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Putin Open to Dialogue with Chancellor MerzPutin awaits Merz's initiative to talk; SPIEF hosts 20,000 participants from 140 countries amid tense relations.
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- Putin stated in St. Petersburg that Russia is open to talks with Chancellor Merz if Merz initiates contact.
- Due to arms deliveries to Ukraine, Russia does not consider Germany a neutral mediator in the conflict.
- German-Russian relations have reached a low point, with Moscow viewing Germany as an adversary.
- The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum attracts about 20,000 attendees from 140 countries and helps Russia bypass Western sanctions.
If Merz wants to call and talk, then Russia is open to these contacts.— Wladimir Putin, commented on a potential conversation with Chancellor Merz.
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