The reform commission of the German federal government, tasked with addressing the debt brake, was on the verge of failure but has reportedly found a possible compromise line.

Friedrich Merz is publicly departing from a core conviction of German governments, dismantling the legacy of Baerbock's foreign policy, a move he has prepared for months.

Israel has sent its official government plane to Germany and parked it for safety at Berlin airport, German government sources said, after American and Israeli…

The German government has updated its emergency preparedness guidelines, recommending citizens stock at least a 10-day supply of food, an increase from the previous 72-hour recommendation.

A draft law from the German Ministry of Economics proposes ending subsidies for new private solar installations, drawing strong criticism from the SPD and Greens.

The German federal government aims to expedite infrastructure projects by making various adjustments, including potentially scaling back environmental protection measures.

Germany's Union and SPD parties have agreed on new rules for heating systems, sparking debate on whether the 'Gebäudemodernisierungsgesetz' is a good approach or too short-sighted.

The German government's plan to use biogas for climate-friendly building heating under a new modernization law is being criticized by an expert from the German Biomass Research Centre as not a good idea.

The German government plans to systematically confiscate assets from criminals to cut off the 'lifeblood' of organized crime, revising rules for asset forfeiture as part of an action plan.

The German federal government, including the Union and SPD parties, aims to end delaying tactics that opponents exploit in state election campaigns. They emphasize that unity and clarity are not ends in themselves, but compromises should lead to greater economic strength.

The Berlinale film festival's closing ceremony was marked by multiple award winners condemning Israel's actions in Gaza, describing them as 'genocide', and criticizing the US and German governments.

The first special flight from Emirates has departed Dubai for Frankfurt, carrying German tourists stranded in the Middle East. The German government is preparing further repatriation efforts for approximately 30,000 citizens.

The German government is preparing to send planes to the Middle East to evacuate German tourists stranded due to the war in Iran, with flights planned for Muscat, Oman, and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The German government is discussing the situation in the Middle East following the escalation in Iran. Opposition politicians are criticizing the Israeli and American military strikes against Iran.

Festival director Tricia Tuttle faces criticism after a prizewinner accused Berlin of complicity in Gaza ‘genocide’

"Discussions about the direction of the Berlinale will continue in the coming days," said the German government. More than 500 people working at the festival came out on Thursday in defense of Tricia Tuttle.

Tilda Swinton, Todd Haynes, and Kleber Mendonça Filho are among those who oppose the potential removal of director Tricia Tuttle, after another edition marked by the Israeli-Palestinian issue.

A trio of key European film bodies have come out in support of Berlinale Director Tricia Tuttle amid rumours on Wednesday that the German government is on the cusp of firing the respected festival exe

The German government has significantly softened its controversial heating law following public and political backlash.

The German federal government is set to present the key points for the reform of the heating law next week, as announced by SPD parliamentary group leader Miersch.

Nearly 6,000 Syrians in Germany applied for voluntary return to Syria in 2025. However, with lingering security concerns and slow reconstruction efforts, Syria remains a challenging destination.

The German government's plan to evacuate stranded travelers from the Gulf region is facing criticism from the opposition, while police warn against rebooking scams.

Ulrike Malmendier is leaving the German government's Council of Economic Experts, a move criticized by other members, though one member, Grimm, has distanced himself from their statement.

The German government's focus on green gas is anticipated to increase gas prices, prompting heating owners to re-evaluate their options.

The German government is considering extending the work week. In Finland, SAK, on the other hand, wants to try shortening it.

The Ministry of Culture meets with the director, Tricia Tuttle, to study her continuity in the position after one of the award winners accused the German government of complicity with the…

The German government is eyeing deeper economic ties with Nigeria, seeking to partner in priority sectors, including wine, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and machinery and construction, among others. The post Germany eyes stronger economic ties with Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

The German government has withdrawn a controversial law, enabling citizens to install oil and gas heating systems again, albeit with future eco-fuel requirements.

The German federal government has approved an action plan to more effectively combat organized crime through increased networking between authorities, more personnel, and better technology.

The German government's newly presented working groups on right-wing extremism are advised to take their competent advisory board seriously and develop a robust action plan.

During his acceptance speech at the Berlinale film festival, director Abdallah Alkhatib referred to the German government as a 'partner in the genocide in Gaza,' leading to outrage and a walkout by Federal Environment Minister Schneider.

The French and German governments have sponsored a Sh7.2 billion program aimed at modernizing and boosting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Kenya.