Over 330 civilians from Syria's Alawite minority have reportedly been killed in reprisals carried out by troops loyal to the country's transitional government. Germany has called for an end to the "spiral of violence."
"Women in Divided Germany" is the title of an exhibition 35 years after reunification. It sheds light on the realities of life for women in former East and West Germany.
"Women in Divided Germany" is the title of an exhibition 35 years after reunification. It sheds light on the realities of life for women in former East and West Germany.
Two weeks after the German election, voters are concerned about the response to Donald Trump's policies, the fate of Ukraine and the issue of massive investment and record debt.
Germany needs a new government fast. The center-right CDU/CSU and the center-left SPD are set to hammer out an agreement by Easter, but there are several sticking points.
Workers at Germany's largest airports, including international hubs Frankfurt and Munich, are set to go on strike on Monday. Travel disruptions are expected.
Workers at Germany's largest airports, including international hubs Frankfurt and Munich, are set to go on strike on Monday. Travel disruptions are expected.
Saul Luciano Lliuya wants one of the world's major polluters to help offset the cost climate change will have on his village. Energy giant RWE has said it doesn't understand why it's being singled out.
The suspects include a 101-year-old former military general. They are accused of wanting to overthrow the Romanian government and end its NATO membership.
Emergency care was unaffected but rallies were held in several German cities. This comes as unions and governments continue to negotiate a new contract.
Five people have been convicted of planning to kidnap German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach. The verdicts mark the end of a nearly two-year long trial.
A new study has shown a continued increase in women's enrollment in secondary education, making women still the majority of college students in Germany.
Leaders in Germany's likely next coalition have met to discuss Ukraine policy and security. Outgoing Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says she wants no leading role in her Green Party parliamentary group.
What does it mean for survivors of child sexual abuse to become parents and take on the responsibility of raising children themselves? That is the focus of a new study which examines how past abuse can shape parenthood.
"Whatever it takes" appears to be the motto of the Christian Democrats and Social Democrats, who are expected to form Germany's new government. They are set to reform borrowing limits to allow for more military spending.
For the first time since the 2013 final, two German teams face off in the Champions League. The focus is on Bayern's and Leverkusen's young German stars. Bayern commanded the tirst leg – as Musiala got the edge on Wirtz.
"Whatever it takes" appears to be the motto of the Christian Democrats and Social Democrats, who are expected to form Germany's new government. They are set to reform borrowing limits to allow for more military spending.
Though women have made inroads in business leadership roles, it is still lonely at the top in Germany. Why is it made so hard for them to climb the office ladder and will things ever change in Europe's biggest economy?
A conflict over borrowing limits led to the collapse of Germany's government in autumn. To allow increased defense and infrastructure spending, the next government may ease the debt brake after all.
Outgoing Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says she want no leading role in her Green Party parliamentary group. Germany's conservatives and the Social Democrats are continuing preliminary coalition talks. DW has more.
Despite returning to profitability as it moves on from its collaboration with the rapper Ye, the German sportswear manufacturer has confirmed hundreds of job cuts at its Bavarian headquarters.
The pilot of a small aircraft died after it crashed into the garden of a residential building in Plettenberg in Germany's western North-Rhein Westphalia state. The man's identity had yet to be determined.
The national election was disastrous for Germany's center-left Social Democratic Party (SPD). Voters have been fleeing it in droves. Its recent victory in Hamburg isn't doing much to lift the mood.
A taxi driver who was born in Pakistan, but since gained German citizenship, has been praised for his actions to impede further harm in Monday's attack.
Preliminary talks between Germany's CDU and SPD have yielded an early result, with the parties agreeing on a special fund to boost defense spending, freed from the "debt brake."
The national election was disastrous for Germany's center-left Social Democratic Party (SPD). Voters have been fleeing it in droves. Its recent victory in Hamburg isn't doing much to lift the mood.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's spat with US President Trump has left Germany in shock and concerned over Europe's security architecture. Likely governing parties CDU/CSU and SPD want to invest billions in defense.
Two people died in the car ramming in the center of the southwestern German city. Prosecutors say the driver, who has been arrested, is a 40-year-old German citizen with psychological problems.
Germany's conservative CDU/CSU bloc questions the political neutrality of some non-governmental organizations. That could weigh on relations with the center-left Social Democrats, their potential coalition partner.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's disastrous meeting in the White House on Friday has left Germany in a state of shock. Likely government partners CDU/CSU and SPD want to invest billions in defense.
After coming second in Germany's recent election, the far-right AfD party now holds even more parliaments seats than before. Constitutional experts are worried.
Germany's conservative CDU/CSU bloc is questioning the political neutrality of some NGOs. That could weigh on relations with its potential Social Democrat coalition partners.
Most of Germany's major political parties are due to hold press conferences to discuss the aftermath of the election. The SPD has won Hamburg state elections. DW rounds up the latest.
A new report demands more preventative policies to protect Jewish students from rising antisemitism at German universities since the Israel-Hamas war began.
A week after a poor showing in Germany's federal elections, Chancellor Olaf Scholz's center-left party has won more than 30% of the vote, according to preliminary official results.
A week after a poor showing in Germany's federal elections, Chancellor Olaf Scholz's center-left party has won more than 30% of the vote, according to a projection by public broadcaster ARD.
A new report demands more preventative policy measures to protect Jewish students from rising antisemitism at universities since the Israel-Hamas war began.
Likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz has said he will find "ways and means" for Benjamin Netanyahu to visit Germany. Israel's Prime Minister is wanted by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity.
AfD leader Alice Weidel accuses Germany's likely future chancellor Friedrich Merz of "election fraud." She says Merz promised to "close the borders" but did the opposite. Is that true?
Friedrich Merz, Germany's likely next head of government, is already trying to shape foreign policy. He is especially concerned about Germany's ailing relationships with France and Poland.
Several German election candidates have cried foul as a new electoral reform meant they were left without a seat despite winning their district. The CDU/CSU wants to make electoral reform a condition of coalition talks.
Friedrich Merz aims to swiftly form government after his conservative bloc's February 23 election win. SPD leader Lars Klingbeil stressed a coalition with the CDU/CSU was "not automatic" amid key policy disagreements.
After having survived the Nazi pogroms and escaped to New York via China, Rose Girone passed away on Monday. Aged 108, Mirjam Bolle is now believed to be the oldest living Holocaust survivor.
Germany has taken in more people from Afghanistan who were persecuted by the Taliban. However, their arrival was greeted with speculation and accusations online. A DW fact check.
Germany's conservative CDU/CSU bloc, which won last week's elections, and the Social Democrats plan to begin initial exploratory talks on Friday about the possibility of forming a coalition government.
Germany's newly elected Bundestag will have 630 lawmakers. The majority of them are older white men, most of whom are academics. What does that mean for Germany's so-called "representative" democracy?
Germany's Carnival celebrations have kicked off with revelers heading to Cologne and Düsseldorf in particular. Added security measures are in place following recent attacks during public events.
After securing the largest share in the German election, Conservative party leader Friedrich Merz has met French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. They discussed European security in the face of a shifting US policy.
The Verdi union has called for the work stoppage at Germany's second-largest airport to last until midnight on Friday. Industrial action has also halted cargo traffic at the port of Hamburg.
What do the ancient Romans have to do with Carnival? What role does the number 11 play? We dig deep into the roots of the rituals of the Cologne Carnival.
Friedrich Merz is poised to become Germany's next chancellor. He's long been a transatlanticist, but has already made clear he's no fan of Donald Trump.
Police in Germany are investigating what they describe as an "assumed" arson attack at a Berlin construction site after activists reportedly claimed responsibility.
After securing the largest share in the German election, Friedrich Merz has met with President Emmanuel Macron in the French capital. The pair discussed European security in the face of a shifting US policy on Ukraine.
The Carnival period in Germany usually draws millions of people onto the streets. Now the Islamic State is threatening acts of terror. How seriously should such threats be taken?
Friedrich Merz's CDU only has one realistic potential coalition partner: the SPD, which says it is ready to negotiate. Meanwhile, the far-right AfD is set to readmit some controversial figures.
Artworks by Paul Klee and Pablo Picasso are among hundreds in a Bavarian state collection that were knowingly stolen by the Nazis. Yet the heirs of Jewish owners have apparently not been informed.
Giulia Gwinn is the woman chosen to take over from Alexandra Popp as Germany captain. The Euros loom and the Bayern Munich star has a big job leading a new-look team, but she has a history of resilience to lean on.
Having doubled in size, the far-right AfD's parliamentary block will feature some new faces – and some controversial old ones. Meanwhile, coalition talks between CDU and SPD are set to continue. Follow DW for the latest.
Conservative leader Friedrich Merz says he aiming to close a coalition agreement with the SPD in a "short time." Meanwhile, talks are ongoing on how to increase defense spending.
The conservative CDU led by Friedrich Merz won Germany's 2025 election. Here's a look in charts at the wins and losses, seats in parliament, voter demographics and possible coalition outcomes.
A trade union has called a strike for workers at Germany's second-largest airport on Thursday and Friday. Travel disruptions loom as airlines are set to cancel around 1,600 flights over two days.
Of all three former governing parties, the Greens performed best in the recent general election. But they have still landed in opposition with little to celebrate.
Germany's left-wing populist Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance has narrowly failed to win representation in parliament. Or did it? Wagenknecht has said she will challenge the election result in court. What would that mean?
Germany now faces a change of government, with conservative Christian Democratic Union party chief Friedrich Merz set to become the next chancellor. What's next for Germany's foreign and security policy?
The shooting star of the 2025 election was undoubtedly the Left Party. Its resurgence appeared to hinge on progressive economic policies, liberal social values and a savvy social media campaign.
Following its election win, the CDU's parliamentary group is meeting after leader Friedrich Merz says he aiming for a coalition with the SPD. DW has the latest.
Germany now faces a change of government, with conservative Christian Democratic Union party chief Friedrich Merz set to become the next chancellor. What's next for Germany's foreign and security policy?
Four men suspected of belonging to a clandestine Hamas cell are charged with preparing terror attacks in Europe. They are accused of creating arms depots under orders from the Palestinian Islamist group's armed wing.
The German electorate has backed conservative Friedrich Merz to lead Germany, and by extension Europe, during a decisive stress test in trans-Atlantic relations. Can he rise to expectations?
Germany's electoral authority declared the CDU/CSU conservative bloc as the winner in preliminary results. Conservative leader Friedrich Merz urged Europe to distance itself from the US.
Following its election win, the CDU's parliamentary group is meeting after leader Friedrich Merz says he aiming for a coalition with the SPD. DW has the latest.
Friedrich Merz's conservative bloc has won the national election and now faces coalition talks. Merz seemed keen to get to work right away, saying that "the world isn't waiting for us."
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) wants to have a bigger say in foreign policy. It is relying on its contacts within the Trump administration in the US to help it exert pressure on the government in Germany.
After the victory of conservative Friedrich Merz, German businesses are calling on him to create a stable government willing to tackle problems. But doubts remain if Merz can deliver on his promises.
Passengers at Düsseldorf and Cologne-Bonn airports faced massive flight cancellations and delays on Monday. A separate strike has been called at Munich Airport later in the week.
The far-right AfD is now the second-strongest political force in Germany after the federal election. Despite its success, as well as support from Elon Musk and JD Vance, it has no chance of participating in government.
The far-right AfD is now the second-strongest political force in Germany after the federal election. Despite its success, as well as support from Elon Musk and JD Vance, it has no chance of participating in government.
The conservative CDU/CSU won, and the chancellor's Social Democrats were voted out in a disastrous result for the party. One in five Germans voted for the far right. What does this mean for Germany?
Signed ballot papers, locked ballot boxes, pencils for voting — countless false claims and accusations of manipulation are circulating about the German election 2025. What is true and what is not?
CDU's Friedrich Merz has claimed victory while SPD's Olaf Scholz has regretted the "bitter" election result. The German electoral authority confirmed the CDU's win in preliminary results, followed by the far-right AfD.
CDU's Friedrich Merz has claimed victory while SPD's Olaf Scholz has regretted the "bitter" election result. With vote counting finished, early results say CDU/CSU has won, followed by the far-right AfD.
The far-right populist AfD has emerged as the second strongest political force in Germany's election. Despite its success — and support from Elon Musk and JD Vance — it has no chance of participating in government.
Voters turned out in record numbers for the German election. Here's a look in charts at the wins and losses, seats in parliament, possible coalition outcomes and voter demographics.
CDU's Friedrich Merz has claimed victory while SPD's Olaf Scholz has regretted the "bitter" election result. Of the votes counted so far, CDU/CSU is in the lead with 28.5%, followed by the far-right AfD with 20.6%.
Voters turned out in record numbers for the German election. Here's a look in charts at voter shares, party wins and losses, seats in parliament and possible coalition outcomes.
Voters turned out in record numbers for Sunday's election. Here's a look in charts at how they voted, which parties are in the lead and what coalitions are possible.
The leader of the victorious CDU, Friedrich Merz, has a checkered history in German politics — from challenging Angela Merkel, to retiring to the business world, to causing controversy by aligning with the far right.
Early projections say Germany's socialist Left Party has managed to get reelected into the Bundestag, with a historically high result. This comes after a successful election campaign.
The conservative CDU/CSU alliance under Friedrich Merz is ahead in the polls, with the far-right Alternative for Germany second and Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats coming third.
Dag Johan Haugerud's story of queer love, "Dreams (Sex Love)," was praised for its universal impact. Latin American films also took high honors at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Germany heads to the polls on Sunday. Immigration and the economy topped the agenda during the campaign. The conservative Christian Democrats are leading the polls, pledging political change.
Can you express your opinion freely in Germany? Yes, but not unconditionally. Rules on speech are stricter in Germany than, for example, in the United States.
A viral post shared by Elon Musk on X falsely claims that the far-right Alternative for Germany party won mock Bundestag elections held in high schools.
Trump confidant and tech billionaire Elon Musk openly supports the far-right Alternative for Germany party and continues to spread false and misleading claims about elections on his platform, X.
Germany heads to the polls on Sunday. Immigration and the economy topped the agenda during the campaign. The conservative Christian Democrats are leading the polls, pledging political change.
German authorities have identified the suspect as a 19-year-old Syrian refugee who was not previously known to law enforcement. He is accused of stabbing a 30-year-old Spanish tourist at Berlin's Holocaust Memorial.
Germany heads to the polls on February 23. Immigration and the economy topped the agenda during the campaign. The conservative CDU/CSU is leading the polls, promising political change.
The conservative CDU/CSU alliance under Friedrich Merz is ahead in the polls, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) second and Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats (SPD) coming third. DW has the latest.
A tourist from Spain has been seriously injured in a stabbing at Berlin's Holocaust memorial, police have said. Authorities said they took one suspect into custody.
As Sunday's snap general election fast approaches, Germans face another multi-party coalition as a series of global and domestic issues loom large. DW has more.
The US vice president linked the US military deployment in Germany with the country's hate-speech laws. Ahead of federal elections on Sunday, Germany has come under intense criticism from within Trump's inner circle.
Within a matter of days, the new US administration has upended transatlantic relations. The speed and scope of US President Donald Trump's actions have caught German politicians wrong-footed.
A viral post shared by Elon Musk on X falsely claims the far-right Alternative for Germany party won mock German Bundestag elections held in high schools.
Germany's Ruhr area used to be a Social Democrat stronghold, but the right-wing AfD party has risen to popularity amid the region's economic decline. In one city — Gelsenkirchen — individuals are resisting the trend.
A new study by a top German economic policy institute has confirmed the academic consensus: There is no correlation between increased migration and a rise in crime — despite the political debate.
Top German politicians and chancellor candidates, in a final TV debate, traded blows over topics such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine, defense expenditures, and healthcare. DW has more.
Germany's Ruhr area used to be a Social Democrat stronghold, but the populist AfD has risen to popularity amid the region's economic decline. In one city — Gelsenkirchen — individuals are resisting the trend.
A new study by a top German economic policy institute has confirmed the academic consensus: There is no correlation between increased migration and a rise in crime — despite the political debate.
In their final debate before the federal elections, Olaf Scholz and Friedrich Merz discussed the economy, migration and public safety in Germany. Follow DW for the latest.
Immigration is one of the biggest political concerns in the upcoming German election on February 23. Members of the African diaspora talk to DW about their hopes and fears.
The German economy is a cause for great concern as voters go to the polls to elect a new government. Has the country miscalculated on its business model, where it gets energy, Chinese competition and tariffs?
A German car association called tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump a "provocation" that would increase prices for US consumers. The group also said any further tariffs would "directly hit the American economy."
The list of demands from the German football association (DFB) ahead of the German election are compelling, but how effective could they be in the context of federalism and their own image?
It's the second and last time the two chancellor candidates will get a chance to debate each other on national issues before the vote on February 23. Follow DW for the latest.
Trade union Verdi said local transport services in six states will come to a standstill after negotiations for a wage increase failed to reach a breakthrough.
Five years after one of the deadliest racially motivated attacks in Germany, a new documentary film follows the victims' families and their search for answers.
The list of demands from the German football association (DFB) ahead of the German election are compelling, but how effective could they be in the context of federalism and their own image?
Nine people, most with immigrant roots, were killed in an attack in western Germany in February 2020. The fifth anniversary comes days before the German election, where the far-right AfD party could make major gains.
A series of Russian disinformation operations have been trying to manipulate the upcoming German elections. How successful are they and what is the German government doing to resist?
The latest survey shows the CDU/CSU bloc dropping by two percentage points, with the Left Party gaining ground. It comes just a few days out from the federal election. Follow DW for the latest.
Germany has expanded wind and solar energy but failed to cut back on fossil fuel use in the transport sector. Environmental issues did not feature prominently in the election campaign — unlike the last time around.
Germany has expanded wind and solar energy but failed to cut back on fossil fuel use in the transport sector. Environmental issues did not feature prominently the election campaign — unlike the last time around.
The Oscar-winning director of "Parasite" returns with an English-language sci-fi film starring Robert Pattinson, with Mark Ruffalo in the role of a narcissistic leader.
The top four candidates to become Germany's next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, Olaf Scholz, Robert Habeck and Alice Weidel, took the stage in a live television debate.
What can be made of the newly announced US peace plan for Ukraine? That was the topic of discussion during a Munich Security Conference event, "Peace Through Strength: A Plan for Ukraine," hosted by DW's Conflict Zone.
European and US leaders have diverged on how to deal with Russia's war on Ukraine during the Munich Security Conference. German Chancellor Scholz, along with others, has been critical of US comments.
The top four candidates to become Germany's next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, Olaf Scholz, Robert Habeck and Alice Weidel, took the stage in a live television debate. Follow DW for more.
A German Olympic bid for 2036 or 2040? Sports as a national objective in the constitution? DW takes a look at the sporting side of party manifestos ahead of Germany's 2025 election.
The US and China are racing to develop artificial intelligence models, but researchers say Germany also has a lot going for it. But why isn't there a successful AI company here?