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German firm in talks to build tank plant in Ukraine
Arms manufacturer Rheinmetall is holding "promising" talks to build a tank factory in Ukraine following the Russian invasion, the head of the Germany company said in an interview published Saturday.
How a German war film disarmed Oscar voters despite woes at home
When "All Quiet on the Western Front" first premiered back in September, there was little to suggest it was about to wage an all-out campaign for Oscar votes.
Biden, Scholz pledge Ukraine support at White House talks
US President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz held talks at the White House on Friday in a display of unity over the Ukraine war after warnings from Russia over arms supplies.
Rallies in Berlin, Paris call for peace in Ukraine
Protesters in Germany and France on Saturday demanded peace for Ukraine, a day after activists in both countries marked one year since the Russian invasion.
Western allies voice concern at Iran-Russia defence ties
The US, British, French and German foreign ministers on Saturday expressed concern over the deepening cooperation between Russia and Iran, the manufacturer of drones the West says Moscow deploys in Ukraine.
Russia asked German spy for Ukraine war intel: report
A German intelligence officer who allegedly passed state secrets to Russia was asked to gather information about the Ukraine's artillery and air defence positions, media reported Friday.
European allies vow more support for Kyiv at security meet
European powers on Friday vowed to intensify support for Ukraine as it battles to repel Russia, with France's president underlining at a major security conference that the time was not ripe for talks with Moscow.
Scholz's Social Democrats risk upset at Berlin vote rerun
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats face the prospect of an embarrassing loss on Sunday during the rerun of a chaotic 2021 regional election in Berlin.
Germany's Scholz 'shocked' by 'terrible' Jerusalem attacks
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Saturday he was "deeply shocked" by the "terrible" attacks in Jerusalem.
Germany's Scholz to meet Brazil's Lula on Latin American tour
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz begins a Latin American tour on Saturday, during which he will become the first Western leader to meet Brazilian President Lula since the latter's inauguration.
France, Germany firm up ties as European 'driving force'
Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz and France's President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday pledged to drive Europe forward together, as the German leader visited Paris to celebrate 60 years of post-war cooperation despite recent strains.
Poland slams 'unacceptable' German stance on Leopard tanks
Poland's Prime Minister on Sunday lashed out at Germany's decision not to supply Leopard tanks to Ukraine, branding the country's stance "unacceptable."
France, Germany bid to firm ties strained by Ukraine invasion
Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Paris on Sunday to celebrate 60 years of postwar Franco-German cooperation, with the historic partnership under strain from Russia's invasion of Ukraine and broader tectonic shifts.
Germany cuts the ribbon on first LNG terminal
Germany on Saturday inaugurated its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, built in record time, as the country scrambles to adapt to life without Russian energy.
Germany finds most items from 2019 jewellery heist
German authorities said Saturday they had found a "considerable portion" of items stolen in a spectacular 2019 robbery of priceless 18th-century jewels from a state museum.
Ice in Belgium disrupts international trains from France and Germany
Pre-Christmas rail passengers travelling on routes connecting Belgium to France, the Netherlands, Germany and Britain faced disruption and long delays Saturday because of ice on power lines.
Former Volkswagen boss Diess to join chipmaker Infineon
Former Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess is set to become chairman of the supervisory board at German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon, the company said on Friday.
Vaccinated Americans will be able to travel to Europe this summer, says EU chief
Americans who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 will be able to visit the EU this summer, president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has vowed.
EU delays decision on when Europe's borders will reopen
The EU cannot agree on a list of "safe countries" from where travellers could visit Europe in July, with some member states requiring more time to decide, diplomats said Saturday.
'No evidence' you can't get Covid-19 twice: WHO
The WHO warned on Saturday that there is still no evidence that people who test positive for the new coronavirus and recover are immunised and protected against reinfection.
Coronavirus risks taking heavy toll on migrants in Europe
Germany has suspended refugee intake programmes or asylum seeker hearings amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Facebook to deploy new transparency tools ahead of European elections
Facebook announced on Friday changes to the way political advertisements are handled on the social media site ahead of the upcoming European Parliament elections.
Bayern's James Rodriguez becomes latest footballer on Spanish taxman's hit-list
Spain's taxman wants Bayern Munich's Colombian midfielder James Rodriguez to pay €11.65 million ($13.64m) for evading taxes when he played at Real Madrid, the El Mundo daily reported Thursday.