Germany

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Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Central Europe. It lies between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea to the north and the Alps to the south. Its sixteen constituent states have a total population of over 84 million in an area of 357,596 km² (138,069 sq mi), making it the most populous member state of the European Union. It borders Denmark to the north, Poland and the Czech Republic to the east, Austria and Switzerland to the south, and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the west. The nation's capital and most populous city is Berlin and its main financial centre is Frankfurt; the largest urban area is the Ruhr.

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80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended 80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended The commemoration saw a parade of veterans' associations, and music performed by military bands from France, Germany, Canada,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:08Published 5 hours ago

Germany's spy agency suspends 'extremist' classification for AfD party, says court Germany's spy agency suspends 'extremist' classification for AfD party, says court The AfD filed a lawsuit against the extremism designation and the Federal Office for the Protection of the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:48Published 13 hours ago

Antisemitic incidents surge across Europe and the world, ADL report shows Antisemitic incidents surge across Europe and the world, ADL report shows Cases of antisemitism have risen dramatically in Germany and elsewhere, as Europe marks the 80th anniversary of the end of.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:30Published 21 hours ago

Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris as Germany, France seek united EU stance Merz makes diplomatic debut in Paris as Germany, France seek united EU stance Germany’s new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, made his debut on the world stage Wednesday by joining forces with France.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 days ago

Bundestag elects CDU's Friedrich Merz as new German chancellor in repeat vote Bundestag elects CDU's Friedrich Merz as new German chancellor in repeat vote The CDU party leader was confirmed as Germany's chancellor on Tuesday in a second vote after a tumultuous first round.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published 2 days ago

Germany’s Friedrich Merz Secures Chancellor Seat in Dramatic Second Round Reversal; AfD Furious Friedrich Merz has secured the chancellorship of Germany in a dramatic second-round vote, overcoming a shocking first-round defeat earlier in the day. With 325 votes in his favor, Merz surpassed the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:21Published 3 days ago

Germany in Turmoil \| Friedrich Merz Fails To Become Chancellor In Embarrassing Parliamentary Defeat In a stunning and unprecedented setback, Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz has failed to secure the majority needed to become chancellor in the first round of parliamentary voting —.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:27Published 3 days ago

Germany's chancellor hopeful Merz fails to secure majority in first round of Bundestag vote Germany's chancellor hopeful Merz fails to secure majority in first round of Bundestag vote The CDU party leader lost the first round of voting to become Germany's chancellor on Tuesday, falling.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:11Published 3 days ago

Germany’s Union bloc and Social Democrats sign coalition deal in Berlin Germany’s Union bloc and Social Democrats sign coalition deal in Berlin Germany’s centre-right CDU and centre-left SPD have formally signed a coalition agreement, clearing the way for Friedrich.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 4 days ago

German far-right party sues spy agency over ‘extremist’ label Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:21Published 4 days ago

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US Secretary of State Rubio says Germany is a 'tyranny in disguise' after AfD verdict US Secretary of State Rubio says Germany is a 'tyranny in disguise' after AfD verdict The decision to label the AfD as "right-wing extremist" is straining US-German relations. The Trump.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 6 days ago

Germany Declares AfD ‘Extremist’; Rubio, Musk SLAMS Move as ‘Tyranny and Assault’ on Democracy Germany’s intelligence agency has officially labeled the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as “extremist,” allowing deep surveillance and communications interception. The AfD, which placed.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:19Published 6 days ago

Germany designates AfD as right-wing extremist organisation, citing threat to democracy Germany designates AfD as right-wing extremist organisation, citing threat to democracy Germany’s Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution has designated AfD as a right-wing extremist.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published 1 week ago

Germany's Merz to form government after SPD backs coalition deal with conservatives Germany's Merz to form government after SPD backs coalition deal with conservatives Germany's coalition government has cleared its final hurdle to power after the Social Democrats (SPD) voted in.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:54Published 1 week ago

How is the European Union fighting the latest outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease? Following cases in Germany earlier this year and Hungary a few weeks ago, Slovakia is currently facing a significant outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. Is the European Union properly prepared to fight.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published 1 week ago

Populists and extremists are EPP's main competitors, Manfred Weber tells Euronews Populists and extremists are EPP's main competitors, Manfred Weber tells Euronews In an interview with Euronews, EPP President Manfred Weber warned of an authoritarian wave in Europe, pledging never.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:52Published 1 week ago

Fact-check: Is the US blocking German plans to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine? Fact-check: Is the US blocking German plans to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine? As German chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz hints at a change in policy on the transfer of Taurus missiles to Kyiv,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published 1 week ago

Germany's incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz announces cabinet posts Germany's incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz announces cabinet posts Seven ministries will go to the CDU, seven to the SPD and three to the CSU. It is now clear who the CDU and CSU want to send to.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

Russia's Zakharova Issues Warning - 'Germany’s New Chancellor Bringing Back Dark Chapter in History' Russia has raised serious concerns over the incoming German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, as his statements hint at a potential return to a controversial past. Maria Zakharova, the Russian Foreign.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:28Published 3 weeks ago

El Salvador 'Safer' Than Most of Europe-How Bukele Turned Violent Gang Nation Into a Global Outlier? El Salvador, once known as one of the most dangerous countries in the world, is now being called safer than much of Europe — including France, Germany, and the UK — by the U.S. State Department... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 3 weeks ago

Meet Toby Binder: The German photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth Meet Toby Binder: The German photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth Binder's project, which won the 2025 Sony World Photography Award for Documentary, explores how the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:13Published 3 weeks ago

Ukraine & EU Push Back \| Kyiv Urges Trump Team To Act After Russian Sumy Strikes Kill Civilians Top Ukrainian officials made a surprise trip to Paris, pushing the U.S. for a tougher stance on Russia after failed ceasefire efforts. Their visit comes as Donald Trump's envoys, including Marco Rubio,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:33Published 3 weeks ago

Trump's tariffs threaten to be a tough nut to crack in rural Germany workshop Trump's tariffs threaten to be a tough nut to crack in rural Germany workshop Alongside classic fare such as a variety of Santas, Scrooge and the Mad Hatter, specifically American-themed.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

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Germany

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