German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time Wednesday, expressing optimism that the two countries can overcome disagreements on trade and geopolitics to forge a strategic partnership.


German Chancellor Merz Meets Xi For First Time

Austria has decided to convert the house where Adolf Hitler was born into a police station, a move aimed at preventing the site from becoming a far-right pilgrimage location. The decision has triggered mixed reactions in Braunau am Inn, with some locals arguing the space could have been used as a centre for education and peace dialogue. We break down the controversy, Austria’s ongoing debate over Holocaust responsibility, and how the rise of the far-right Freedom Party adds to the political context surrounding the decision.


Hitler’s Birthplace to Become Police Station

Germany’s ruling conservative party has passed a motion urging the federal government to introduce a legal ban on social media use for children under 14, along with stricter digital verification checks for teens up to age 16.

Germany Moves to Ban Social Media Use for Under-14s

Snow swept across Frankfurt on Thursday, disrupting operations at Germany’s busiest airport. Dozens of flights were cancelled and arrivals delayed by more than an hour on average.


Germany Snowstorm: Winter Delays Hit Air Travel 

Major NATO military exercises are underway in Germany as NATO launches Steadfast Dart 26, a large-scale drill involving around 10,000 troops from 11 allied nations. The exercise is being hosted in Putlos, Germany, underscoring Berlin’s growing role in European defense coordination.


NATO’s Steadfast Dart 26 Begins in Germany With 10,000 Troops

Germany’s economy is under pressure from demographic change as its workforce declines from about 51 million today to an estimated 37 million–45 million by 2070 according to demographic projections. This sharp drop in the working-age population reflects low fertility and ageing trends and poses challenges for sectors such as manufacturing and construction. With fewer workers available over the coming decades, potential economic growth may weaken and labour shortages could intensify across key industries.


Germany Economy Faces Shrinking Workforce As Demographics Bite | WION 

Germany has called on France to increase its defence spending, emphasizing that Europe cannot fully protect itself without robust collective investment. German Foreign Minister Roderich Wadephul highlighted the importance of coordinated military readiness, particularly in light of the ongoing Ukraine war, which has now entered its fourth year. The appeal comes as European nations reassess security priorities, with NATO allies closely monitoring defense budgets and readiness levels.


Germany Urges France To Raise Defence Budget Amid European Security Concerns 

Germany is moving toward tougher social media restrictions for children, with the SPD backing measures that could significantly reshape how young users access major platforms. The proposal includes “youth modes” that would function without recommendation algorithms, aiming to reduce addictive content exposure and online risks.


Germany Pushes Child Social Media Ban, SPD Backs Strict Platform Restrictions

Five European countries – the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands – have accused Russia of poisoning and killing opposition leader Alexey Navalny in 2024 based on lab results from a sample taken from his body.

European Nations Blame Russia for Killing Navalny | Russia Calls Allegations as Propaganda | Poison Dart Frog

The 62nd annual Munich Security Conference is underway, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calling for a stronger transatlantic partnership. European leaders are seeking to mend ties with Washington, while the British Prime Minister urged Europe to reduce its reliance on the United States for defence.


British PM Starmer Urges Europe To Reduce Its Reliance on US For Its Defences

Germany is moving to strengthen ties with Gulf states as Berlin signals a potential free trade deal with the UAE and signs key cooperation agreements. The outreach also includes a pledge to support de-escalation in rising Iran-US tensions while seeking a trade boost in the region.


Germany Deepens Gulf Ties, Signals Free Trade Deal With UAE

Germany’s economy is showing signs of deep structural strain as poverty levels rise sharply.
New data from official sources reveals that 13.3 million people in Germany are now living in poverty. That is 16.1 percent of the population.


Spotlight on Germany's Economic Inequality: 13.3 Million People in Germany Live in Poverty

Germany’s economy is showing signs of deep structural strain as poverty levels rise sharply.
New data from official sources reveals that 13.3 million people in Germany are now living in poverty. That is 16.1 percent of the population.

Germany: 16% of German Population Lives in Poverty

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Riyadh on an official visit and was received by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Al-Yamamah Palace. The two leaders held formal talks as part of efforts to strengthen Saudi-German relations.

Saudi Crown Prince Welcomes Germany's Merz to Riyadh for Talks

Frankfurt Airport in Germany has come to a standstill as heavy snow and black ice sweep across the country, causing widespread travel disruptions. Flights are delayed or canceled, and authorities are warning commuters to exercise caution.


Germany: Heavy Snow & Black Ice Sweep Different Parts of Germany |

Frankfurt Airport in Germany has come to a standstill as heavy snow and black ice sweep across the country, causing widespread travel disruptions. Flights are delayed or canceled, and authorities are warning commuters to exercise caution.

Germany Snow Chaos: Frankfurt Airport Halts Operations Amid Ice & Heavy Snow

Germany has stated it cannot send Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine, citing limitations in its own defence readiness. Meanwhile, France has blocked the supply of certain missiles to Kyiv, adding fresh uncertainty to Western military support for Ukraine. The developments come amid continued Russian strikes and growing pressure on European allies to step up defence assistance.

Germany: Can't Send Patriot Systems, France Blocks Supply of Missiles to Ukraine

The German subtitles will enable German-speaking viewers to enjoy Zee TV’s rich storytelling.

Zee Entertainment UK launches flagship Zee TV with live German subtitles on Samsung TV Plus in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz concluded a two-day visit to India on January 13, 2026, marking 25 years of the strategic partnership with PM Narendra Modi through high-level talks in Ahmedabad and Bengaluru. Modi raised the case of baby Ariha, a German-Indian custody dispute, urging swift resolution during bilateral discussions on trade, defense, and migration.


India-Germany: Merz's India Visit Celebrates 25 Years of Strategic Partnership 

France, Germany, Sweden, and Norway are deploying troops to Greenland (under Denmark) for joint NATO exercises amid U.S. President Trump's territorial ambitions, while Poland has declined to participate in these specific deployments.


France, Germany, Sweden, Norway to Send Troops in Denmark, Poland Refuses Deployment

A 21-year-old German-Iranian man, identified as Shahriar J. and known online as "White Tiger," stands trial in Hamburg for allegedly grooming over 30 minors aged 11-15 across Germany, the UK, Canada, and the US between 2021-2023. He faces 204 charges, including one count of murder and five attempted murders, for pressuring vulnerable children-often found in suicide forums-into self-harm, sexual acts, and livestreamed suicides via blackmail with prior recordings.


A German Groomer Drove Children to Die by Suicide, but He is Not Working Alone

Black ice and freezing rain have disrupted daily life across western Germany, forcing authorities in North Rhine-Westphalia to close thousands of schools as a safety precaution. With severe weather warnings in place, many students have switched to remote learning, reviving systems first used during the pandemic to keep education running without risking lives.


Germany: Freezing Rain Shuts 5,400 Schools | WION 

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ahmedabad for his first official visit to India, where he was welcomed by PM Narendra Modi ahead of wide‑ranging talks aimed at strengthening India‑Germany ties in trade, investment, defence, technology, education and green growth. India and Germany recorded record bilateral trade of over $51 billion in 2024‑25 as both partners mark 75 years of relations and 25 years of strategic partnership.

Watch: German Chancellor on First State Visit to India

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