EU to Vote on Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
EU leaders decide on a complex €90bn loan for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets. Kyiv would only repay if Russia pays war reparations. The high-stakes vote could define Europe's credibility.
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Zelenskyy Berlin Talks: US Peacekeeper Plan Revealed
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz details a US-led plan for peacekeepers to defend Ukraine post-ceasefire, as Zelenskyy hints at a near-finalised deal. Explore the latest from day 1,393 of the war.
Ukraine Peace Talks in Berlin: What Was Achieved?
US and European leaders met in Berlin to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine in a potential peace deal with Russia. While progress was made, critical issues like occupied territories remain unresolved. Read the full analysis.
Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire first phase nearly complete
Israeli PM Netanyahu states the initial Gaza truce stage is ending, with disarmament of Hamas key for phase two. He will discuss plans with Donald Trump later this month. Read the latest developments.
EU Emergency Talks on €90bn Ukraine Funding Plan
Ursula von der Leyen and Friedrich Merz lead urgent EU talks to unlock frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's war effort, with a crucial summit looming. Will Belgium agree?
German Leader Friedrich Merz's Cameo in Stromberg Film Stirs Row
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz faces criticism for a cameo in a 'Stromberg' film, blurring lines between politics and satire. Discover the fallout and public reaction.
Ukraine support on agenda as Polish-German tensions simmer
Polish PM Donald Tusk meets German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin, with Ukraine support topping the agenda. But beneath the surface, historical grievances and political friction threaten the crucial EU partnership. Read the full analysis.
Germany urges EU to soften 2035 petrol car ban
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing the EU to reconsider its 2035 combustion engine ban, advocating for hybrid car exemptions to protect jobs and the climate. Read the latest developments.
European Leaders Accused of Fuelling Far-Right Rise
Political elites including Macron and Merz are undermining democracy by normalising racism and xenophobia while warning of external threats. Analysis reveals how centrist policies amplify extremism.
German coalition crisis over pension reform
A rebellion by young conservative MPs over Germany's pension reforms threatens to collapse Friedrich Merz's coalition government. Discover the €120bn generational divide.
Germany's economic struggles under Merz continue
Six months into Chancellor Friedrich Merz's leadership, Germany faces renewed economic anxiety and political rebellion. Explore the challenges facing Europe's powerhouse and what it means for the future.
German Rap Star Challenges Merz's Stadtbild Comments
As Chancellor Merz sparks controversy with 'cityscape' remarks, rapper Haftbefehl's Netflix documentary tops charts, highlighting Germany's cultural contradictions. Explore the tension between migrant art and political rhetoric.
Merz: Syria safe, end asylum claims
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, asserts most Syrians no longer need protection, sparking intense debate about immigration policy and international obligations.
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