Berlin

A sexual predator network on Telegram used code words like 'cars' for women and 'driving' for rape to discuss attacks on unconscious victims, primarily targeting Chinese women in Germany. Prosecutors in Germany have convicted four members of the group, with investigations ongoing into their online activities and potential links to broader networks.

Der NATO-Gipfel in Ankara wird von Donald Trump überschattet, der alte Grönland-Forderungen erneut aufgreift und die Abzug von US-Truppen aus Europa droht. Zudem steht ein Treffen zwischen Trump und Wolodymyr Selenskyj unter Spannungen, während die FDP-Verteidigungspolitikerin Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann mehr europäische Gelassenheit fordert. In Berlin wird ein Reform des Bundespolizeigesetzes diskutiert, das Echtzeit-Gesichtserkennung nur in strengen Ausnahmefällen erlaubt.

A German investigation revealed that Chinese men in Germany used Telegram groups to share rape videos and drugging tips. The case led to the convictions of three individuals and the ongoing trial of a fourth in Berlin.

Chinese men in Germany used Telegram groups to share rape videos and drugging tips, referring to victims as 'cars' and sedatives as 'fuel.' Prosecutors identified a network targeting Chinese women, leading to three convictions and an ongoing trial in Berlin.

The Jehovah's Witnesses have secured a partial victory in a dispute over a unique archive documenting the community's persecution by the Nazi regime. A new memorial to the victims was unveiled in Berlin.

Germany is introducing Nordic-style 'flexicurity' into its labor law. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is linked to this policy change, as noted in the article.

Bayerns Ministerpräsident Markus Söder blockiert Reformen an der Mütterrente, während Berlin Steuer-, Arbeits- und Rentenreformen plant. CDU-Wirtschaftspolitiker Tilman Kuban fordert Söder auf, die Mütterrente zur Diskussion zu stellen, um 5 Milliarden Euro einzusparen, und verlangt Gegenleistungen von SPD und CDU.

Controversial anti-Israel rap group Kneecap played a secret gig in Berlin, where band members led a 'free Palestine' chant. The group, investigated for terror support, performed their first concert in Germany.

Dexter, a startup associated with Y Combinator's F24 batch, is seeking a founding engineer in Berlin. The article notes the company is hiring for this role, though no additional details about the position or company are provided.

Angela Merkel, former German Chancellor, unveiled her official portrait in Berlin for the country's heads of government gallery. The article notes she had previously inspired many artists.

Paris and Berlin are pushing for reforms to the EU's foreign policy structure, with France advocating for stronger powers for the EU's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, and Germany considering transferring some of her responsibilities to the European Commission. The debate centers on clarifying institutional roles to enhance the EU's global assertiveness amid challenges from the U.S. and China.

France recorded approximately 1,000 additional deaths during an extreme European heat wave. Record temperatures triggered wildfires in east Germany, where forests are contaminated with WWII-era ammunition, while Berlin police used water cannons to cool residents and Greece remained on high alert for fires.

A debate is intensifying in Germany over a mandatory pension fund component. Key figures involved include German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, commission co-chairs Constanze Janda and Frank-Jürgen Weise, and labor and social affairs minister Bärbel Bas.

Berlin is less equipped than Paris to handle Europe's heatwave, with temperatures forecast to reach 40ºC (104ºF) this weekend, causing concern among Germans.

European defense stocks are facing uncertainty due to Germany's decision to cancel its warship project, which affects the planned stock listing of tank manufacturer KNDS.

European leaders met in Berlin ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara to discuss European defense and security guarantees for Ukraine. The meeting followed tensions with the United States and among main European members.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosted leaders of European NATO powers in Berlin to discuss bolstering European defense. The leaders indicated improving transatlantic ties with the US.

Andy Burnham moves closer to becoming Britain's next prime minister as Darren Jones withdraws from the Labour leadership race. Keir Starmer, preparing to resign, focuses on securing his legacy before Labour selects a new leader. Burnham faces no immediate challengers, with nominations for leadership opening on July 9.

Germany is set to cancel its plan to build the F126 frigate, the largest warship since World War II, due to cost overruns and delays. Berlin has decided to ditch the programme after facing financial and scheduling challenges.

Germany’s national railway operator Deutsche Bahn halted all trains nationwide due to a problem with the GSM-R digital communication system, which is critical for railway operations. The issue caused trains to be held at stations, and technicians are working to resolve it, with no immediate information on the cause or duration of the disruption.

European leaders from the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Poland are set to meet in Berlin on Wednesday to discuss boosting support for Ukraine and Europe’s security role in the war. The talks come as allies consider new air defence aid for Kyiv, with divisions over possible contacts with Moscow and pressure for stronger European action.

Germany’s spy agency, the BND, is being granted more operational freedom as Berlin seeks to reduce European reliance on US intelligence. The move aligns with a broader European initiative to decrease dependence on US intelligence services.

The German government is involved in memory wars concerning the 'displaced persons' of 1945. An exhibition at the Documentation Center – Flight, Expulsion, Reconciliation in Berlin highlights this historical context.

Germany's economic and political power is declining, with the article questioning where this influence is shifting. The focus is on the diminishing role of Berlin in global affairs.

Germany's post-communist Left Party has seen its membership soar and is especially popular with young female voters. It could soon come to power in the city state of Berlin.

Activists protested the SuperReturn private equity summit in Berlin, accusing the industry of causing inequality, job cuts, and rising costs. Investors representing trillions gathered at the summit to pursue high returns.

The EU is moving toward a unified tough approach to China, driven by concerns over Chinese state-subsidized goods undermining European manufacturing. While Paris has pushed for tariffs, Berlin initially hesitated due to China's role in Germany's car industry. The EU now appears prepared to implement smaller trade measures rather than a full-scale trade war.

Berlin and Warsaw have established a new security agreement focusing on military capabilities, defense industry cooperation, and infrastructure projects to strengthen their defense ties.

Trade tensions between China and the European Union are escalating, forcing Chinese companies in the EU to balance market expansion with regulatory challenges and geopolitical shifts. A recent forum in Berlin highlighted Beijing's efforts to address these issues with its firms.

France and other European countries are concerned that Germany (referred to as Berlin) is considering independent military actions.

Paris and Berlin are collaborating on defining digital sovereignty through a joint draft paper to be presented on Wednesday. The paper aims to outline a shared perspective on the concept of sovereignty in the digital context.

A Russian artist critical of Putin was shot dead in Poland. Three days prior, he protested outside the Russian embassy in Berlin with a caricature of Putin alongside Stalin.

Germany and Japan are accelerating efforts to rebuild their militaries. Both nations are also strengthening their bilateral ties as part of this military resurgence.

The Creative Bureaucracy Festival was held in Berlin this week, where public service workers discussed the importance of a functioning state for a healthy democracy.

The ILA Berlin Air Show is breaking records due to a booming defense sector, which is securing billions in contracts as a result of wars and crises.

The joint venture between Paris and Berlin for a fighter jet project has collapsed, raising doubts about either country's ability to manage defense independently.

Ilya Yashin founded the Russian opposition party Pacific Russia at its founding congress in Berlin on June 12, 2026. The party aims to unite exiles against Putin.

Uber is considering selling assets of Delivery Hero to facilitate a full takeover. Delivery Hero has seen a 46% stock price increase this quarter as it addresses investor concerns.

Elbit Systems of Israel and Diehl Defence of Germany are collaborating on the SkyStriker project for Berlin. The deal includes local manufacturing and assembly in Germany to support sovereign capabilities and strengthen the German defense industry.

Berlin and Israeli defense company IAI have signed a deal to establish an aerospace and defense innovation hub in the German capital. The agreement includes creating an innovation center focused on defense and dual-use technologies.