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Merz Meets Xi on First China Visit as German Chancellor

Feb 25, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing during his first official visit since taking office in May 2025. Merz was welcomed by Prime Minister Li Qiang, and five agreements were signed, including…

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Türkiye, Spain Hold Amphibious Drill in Germany

Feb 19, 2026

The Turkish Armed Forces and the Spanish Armed Forces conducted a full-scale amphibious demonstration during NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise in Germany. Türkiye’s Ministry of National Defence said the maritime phase of the drill was…

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Türkiye Participates in NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026 Exercise in Germany

Feb 17, 2026

The Turkish Armed Forces took part in NATO’s “Steadfast Dart 2026” exercise held in Germany, the Ministry of National Defence announced. In a statement shared on social media, the ministry said Türkiye continues to strengthen cooperation…

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Germany Transport Strike Paralyzes Cities

Feb 2, 2026

A nationwide strike by public transport workers brought bus, metro, and tram services across Germany to a halt, affecting around 100,000 employees of municipal transport companies. The 24-hour walkout was called by the United Service Sector…

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German Foreign Minister Stranded As Ice Halts Flights

Jan 26, 2026

Severe cold and icy conditions disrupted public transport across large parts of Germany, affecting both urban and long-distance travel. Snowfall and freezing temperatures caused delays and cancellations on major rail routes,…

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Germany’s Merz Says Iran Regime Near Collapse

Jan 13, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during a visit to India that the Iranian leadership is nearing its end amid ongoing protests in Iran. “If a regime can only remain in power through violence, it has effectively come to an end,” Merz…

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German Chancellor Merz Makes His First Visit to India

Jan 12, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he wants closer security cooperation with India to reduce dependence on Russia, speaking alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first official visit to the country. The two…

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Germany Flood Recovery Still Incomplete After 4.5 Years

Jan 12, 2026

Nearly four and a half years after the deadly 2021 floods in Germany, reconstruction remains unfinished in the Ahrweiler district of the Ahr Valley, one of the hardest-hit areas. Local reports show that about 36 percent of…

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Snowstorm Paralyzes Transport Across Northern Germany

Jan 9, 2026

A powerful snowstorm disrupted air, road, and rail transport across northern Germany, forcing the suspension of long-distance trains and canceling dozens of flights at Hamburg and Hanover airports. Public transport in Hanover was halted,…

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Sabotage Leaves Parts of Berlin Without Power for Four Days

Jan 6, 2026

More than 25,000 households in southwestern Berlin, Germany, remain without electricity four days after a sabotage attack on power lines, authorities said. The blackout initially affected around 45,000 homes and 2,200 businesses,…

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