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What's making news in Germany? From Bundestag debates to political controversy and pressing social issues, we bring you the stories and the people behind the headlines.

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Germany's economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes

German army captain admits spying for Russia

Germany: 2 Ukrainians killed over weekend were soldiers

German ministers quizzed over nuclear phase out 'deception'

German private firms asked to pay up for climate protection

Germany, France agree on new tank deal

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A person holding a TV camera against a backdrop which reads Alternative fuer Deutschland

A person holding a TV camera against a backdrop which reads Alternative fuer Deutschland

How should the German media deal with the AfD?

How should the German media deal with the AfD?

Whether public or private, German media outlets have struggled to find a way to report about the far-right party.

Reichsbürger Joachim Widera holding his 'passport' into the camera

Reichsbürger Joachim Widera holding his 'passport' into the camera

What is Germany's 'Reichsbürger' movement?

What is Germany's 'Reichsbürger' movement?

Reichsbürger are radical, violent and don't recognize Germany's democracy. Who are they, and do they pose a threat?

A young doctor stands beside an elderly patient in the hallway of a hospital.

A young doctor stands beside an elderly patient in the hallway of a hospital.

How are foreign doctors faring in Germany?

How are foreign doctors faring in Germany?

Germany is welcoming an increasing number of foreign doctors. But what challenges and opportunities await them?

A man holds a Donetsk People's Republic document in his hand

A man holds a Donetsk People's Republic document in his hand

Espionage: 'Donetsk People's Republic' a terror group?

Espionage: 'Donetsk People's Republic' a terror group?

The German Federal Public Prosecutor's Office says so, but what are the legal consequences?

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier (center) greeted by schoolchildren waving flags

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier (center) greeted by schoolchildren waving flags

Germany and Turkey: 100 years of diplomatic relations

Germany and Turkey: 100 years of diplomatic relations

In 1924, the newly founded Turkish Republic established diplomatic relations with Germany.

The Chinese flag that flies in front of its embassy in Berlin is half hidden by trees

The Chinese flag that flies in front of its embassy in Berlin is half hidden by trees

Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage

Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage

There have been six arrests so far, thought to be linked to the Ukraine war, economic interests and a war on democracy.

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Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult

How should Germany's traditional media deal with the far-right Alternative for Germany? Expose the party, or ignore it?

Frank-Walter Steinmeier addresses a group of people in Berlin

Frank-Walter Steinmeier addresses a group of people in Berlin

More and more German mayors want to quit

Across Germany, nearly 11,000 mayors shape local politics. But facing increased threats, many are thinking of resigning.

Inka von Puttkamer, the new commander of the 3rd Minesweeper Squadron in the German Navy.

Inka von Puttkamer, the new commander of the 3rd Minesweeper Squadron in the German Navy.

Women still rare in Germany's military

For the first time, a woman is commanding a German navy unit. But women are still underrepresented in the Bundeswehr.

Pink skull ecstasy pill close up.

Pink skull ecstasy pill close up.

Drug-checking app alerts users to potentially lethal pills

The KnowDrugs app informs users about the latest drug-checking results in Germany and beyond.

Finance Minister Christian Lindner, Economy Minister Robert Habeck, and Chancellor Olaf Scholz (left to right)

Finance Minister Christian Lindner, Economy Minister Robert Habeck, and Chancellor Olaf Scholz (left to right)

Germany: What's holding Olaf Scholz's coalition together?

The German government coalition parties are arguing about everything, including Ukraine, but above all about money.

Maximilian Krah

Maximilian Krah

Germany's AfD on TikTok: The political battle for the youth

More and more politicians are courting voters on TikTok. In Germany, one party is more active than others: the AfD.