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Angela Merkel Calls Trump's Twitter Ban Problematic
A spokesman for the German chancellor said social media companies should not "stand back" when users incite violence or spread hate.
D.C. Riot Like 'Bad B-Movie,' Crossed Threshold: Former German Minister
"What is politically possible" has changed in America, warned Sigmar Gabriel, Germany's former foreign minister.
US Allies Call for Calm in D.C. as Mob Storms Capitol
"Inflammatory words turn to violent action - on the steps of the Reichstag, and now in the #Capitol," German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas tweeted.
4 German Healthcare Workers Hospitalized Following COVID Vaccine Overdose
"I deeply regret the incident. This individual case is due to individual errors. I wish all those affected that they do not experience any serious side effects," said Stefan Kerth, a Vorpommern-Ruegen district administrator.
'Good Riddance': China Chides Departing German Envoy Over U.N. Remarks
German Ambassador Christoph Heusgen appealed to China on Tuesday for the release of Canadian nationals Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, who are being held by Beijing on spy charges.
Is 'Strategic Autonomy' the Future of Europe?
The meaning of European "strategic autonomy," however, remains astoundingly unclear thanks to divisions within the EU—in particular, the opposing geostrategic persuasions of France and Germany.
Bill Gates: Trump's 'America 1st' Poor Approach, Vaccines Had Foreign Help
The Microsoft co-founder said German scientists and foreign efforts helped create the record-setting vaccines now being rolled out to Americans.
Donald Trump Labelled 'Loser of the Year' by Europe's Biggest News Magazine
The German magazine Der Spiegel published a 3,300-word piece which assessed Trump's eventful 2020. It wasn't complimentary.
Merkel Apologizes in Impassioned Christmas Plea About Germany's COVID Rules
German chancellor told the Bundestag "I really am sorry from the bottom of my heart" regarding proposed restrictions to curb the disease.
Pearl Harbor Day 2020: Photos from the Attack
It's been 79 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor, which brought the United States into World War II. These photos from the battle are a stark reminder of those lost.
Adolf Hitler Wins Election in Namibia, Has No Plans for World Domination
Adolf Hitler Uunona says only in his teens did he realise who Hitler was.
Two Dead and Several Injured After Car Drives Into Pedestrians in Germany
Police are urging people to avoid the area.
Amazon Black Friday Strike in Germany as Amnesty Urges Workers to Unionize
The strike involves an estimated 2,500 people, the Verdi union said, and is set to last until Saturday, affecting six Amazon distribution facilities across the country.
Car Crashes Into Angela Merkel's Berlin Office Gates
The words "You damn children and old people murderers" were seen written on the side of the car, which was surrounded by emergency service workers.
Germany Hopes Biden Reverses Troop Drawdown, Not 'Punish' Ally Like Trump
A German official told Newsweek that the decision to pull 12,000 troops and relocate a military headquarters would be extremely costly "so, a reversal of the decision would first and foremost be seen as something that simply makes sense."
World Reacts to U.S. Election as Result Becomes Clearer
As Joe Biden takes the lead over Donald Trump in key battleground states, the rest of the world is watching on.
America's Foreign Enemies Mostly Hope for Joe Biden Win; Allies Are Divided
After four years of Donald Trump, America's rivals and allies have a rooting interesting in the 2020 election. Do China, Russia, Iran and North Korea want Trump or his Democratic rival? And you may be surprised by Mexico's view.
COVID Cases Are Now Rising in These European Countries
Spain, France, the U.K., Italy and Germany are seeing a record-breaking number of coronavirus infections as a second wave of the pandemic ripples through Europe.
Suspected Pedophile Arrested Over 160 Child Rapes, Police Say
Detectives say man abused children over a 14-year period as they open 122 investigations.
Partial Lockdowns Return to Europe As COVID Cases Rise 40 Percent in a Week
Several major European cities, including London, Rome, Paris and Madrid, have reimposed restrictions in recent weeks.
Solitary Male Bottlenose Dolphin Killed 6 Harbor Porpoises, Scientists Say
Research into the attacks, which took place in the Baltic Sea over three months in 2016, is still ongoing.
As Elderly Hope for More Stimulus, Germany Pledges Support For U.S. Seniors
Negotiations have resulted in further support payments to Holocaust survivors across the globe amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
German Nationalist Party Praises Trump Withdrawal of U.S. Troops
The Alternative for Germany party also called for an increase in Berlin's military spending. In Washington, Republican and Democratic representatives united in criticism of the move.
Right-Wing German Politician Fired After Suggesting Immigrants Be Shot
A leading member of the AfD party was stripped of his official titles after he was recorded on tape suggesting the killing of migrants.
Germany's COVID Expert Says Pandemic Will 'Only Really Start Now'
A virologist in Berlin said he does not think Germany is prepared for the next few months with the novel virus.
Russian Cyber Gang Linked to Hospital Hack That Resulted in Woman's Death
A cyberattack that locked down computers sparked mass disruption at a German university hospital this month. Now, investigators claim to have found a link to Russia.
For the Sake of Transatlantic Security, Stop Nord Stream 2
Nord Stream 2 undermines both the Transatlantic relationship and the idea of European unity. As former and current national leaders, diplomats, ministers, and experts, we call for the project to be stopped forthwith.
Dozens of German Police Officers Suspended For Sharing Neo-Nazi Propaganda
A total of 29 officers have been removed from their positions for swapping extremist messages on WhatsApp groups.
Alexei Navalny's First Photo Since Poisoning Is Released
In an Instagram post, the Russian opposition leader shared that he was able to breathe on his own. His press secretary said he'd return to Russia.