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No, Germany is not imposing a ‘solidarity tax’ to fund Ukraine and Israel

Satirical content undermining the recently-installed German government is sparking the spread of disinformation on TikTok.

Euronews

Germany is ‘importing’ antisemitism, our leaders claim. Irony is not their strong point

Blaming migrants for the rise in anti-Jewish crimes shows a breathtaking lack of self-awareness , says author and academic Mithu Sanyal

The Guardian - UK

Poland begins controls on borders with Germany and Lithuania

Move after far-right protests is latest example of measures within EU that are straining passport-free Schengen zone

The Guardian - UK

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Germany's AfD accuses Chancellor Merz of election fraud as it bids to reform image

Critics of the German far-right party say that the AfD is still far from having any real influence, as none of the other parties in the Bundestag are willing to cooperate with it.

Euronews

Poland reinstates border controls with Germany and Lithuania

The move by Polish leader Donald Tusk follows rising tensions over illegal immigration.

Euronews

Poland reinstates border controls with Germany and Lithuania to discourage asylum-seekers

Poland has reinstated border controls with Germany and Lithuania to address concerns over illegal migration

The Independent UK

Germany seeks agreement with Taliban to take back convicted Afghan migrants, interior minister says

Germany does not recognise the Taliban government, which took control of Afghanistan in 2021, and maintains no official diplomatic ties with Kabul.

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EU closing in on ‘framework’ trade deal with US to avoid Trump’s 50% tariffs

Diplomats and officials say bloc willing to accept 10% tariffs, but talks may go down to wire before Wednesday deadline

The Guardian - UK

German Chancellor Merz faces Pride flag fallout after saying Bundestag 'not a circus'

Friedrich Merz's stance against displaying the rainbow flag at the German parliament for the upcoming Christopher Street Day celebrations has sparked criticism from the opposition lawmakers.

Euronews

US to halt shipments of some weapons already pledged to Ukraine, White House says

The US is halting shipments of some promised air defence missiles and weapons to Ukraine due to concerns about its own stockpile levels, officials said. Meanwhile, Moscow has intensified its missile and drone strikes against Ukraine.

Euronews

Poland to tighten border controls amid growing tension over irregular crossings

Temporary rules for Germany and Lithuania come as far-right activists initiate border patrols

The Guardian - UK

Poland to start temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania, Tusk says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the measures were "necessary to reduce the uncontrolled flows of migrants across the Polish-German border".

Euronews

EU country sets up border controls as migration debate gets heated

It’s among a growing number of EU nations reinstating checks to curb illegal migration

The Independent UK

Poland will temporarily reinstate border controls with Germany and Lithuania

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Euronews

Denmark takes over EU presidency in stormy times. Here's what to expect

Security tops the agenda as Denmark assumes the six-month rotating presidency of the EU Council.

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German lawmakers vote to curb family reunification programme

The Bundestag on Friday announced it would halt family reunification for those granted subsidiary protection for an initial two years.

The Independent UK

German lawmakers vote to suspend family reunions for many migrants

German lawmakers have voted to suspend family reunions for many migrants

The Guardian - UK

Germany urgently needs to attract migrant workers – it just doesn’t want them to feel welcome

Friedrich Merz is unwisely trying to revive the discredited postwar ‘guest worker’ programme, say journalists and authors Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes

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Tariffs: France and Germany pursue different tacks towards US deal

France and Germany are at odds over the negotiating strategy on trade with the US, while the Commission is increasingly doubtful about securing a zero-tariff deal.

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Germany breaks decades-old military promise as Donald Trump pushes the country toward conflict they never wanted

Germany building up arms hasn't gone well before.

International Business Times

After NATO Deal, How Far Will EU Go For Trade Peace With Trump?

After satisfying Donald Trump's calls for Europe to ramp up defence spending in NATO, EU leaders were meeting in Brussels Thursday on the next big challenge ahead: how to seal a trade deal with the US leader.

The Guardian - UK

EU ready for trade deal with US but ‘all options on the table’, says von der Leyen

European Commission president says EU will ‘defend the European interest as needed’ as Trump threatens 50% steel tariffs

Euronews

Merz emphasises Germany's support for Israel and calls for ceasefire in Gaza

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed the country's support for Israel amid its conflict with Iran and called for a ceasefire in Gaza.

The Guardian - UK

‘Rightwing extremist’ German magazine wins court battle against ban

Far-right AfD party welcomes ruling, which sets high bar for any future government crackdown

Al Jazeera

World wary as it welcomes Iran-Israel ceasefire

The world celebrate ceasefire deal but is wary of a return to hostilities, as some call for a similar deal for Gaza.

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