EU leaders decide on a complex €90bn loan for Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. Kyiv would only repay if Russia pays war reparations. The plan faces opposition from Belgium and threats from Moscow.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns of retaliation against Russian aggression as Berlin talks yield progress on US-backed security guarantees for Ukraine. Read the latest.
Ukraine's president meets with Starmer, Macron and Merz as US envoy pushes for conflict resolution. Zelenskyy signals flexibility on NATO in exchange for security guarantees.
PM Keir Starmer reveals a European alliance with Germany's Friedrich Merz and France's Emmanuel Macron to tackle the rise of populist parties like Nigel Farage's Reform UK. Discover their strategy.
A rebellion within Germany's coalition over pension reforms could bring down the government. Young MPs warn the plan unfairly burdens the younger generation. Read the full analysis.
Six months into Chancellor Friedrich Merz's premiership, Germany faces renewed economic stagnation and political rebellion. Discover why Europe's powerhouse continues to struggle.
As Chancellor Merz's controversial cityscape comments spark outrage, Netflix documentary about migrant rapper Haftbefehl tops charts. Explore Germany's cultural paradox.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky makes desperate appeal for Western air defence systems during Copenhagen summit as UK announces new military aid package.
Friedrich Merz warns that a potential Donald Trump return to White House could jeopardise European defence capabilities and NATO alliance stability.
Berlin's international airport plunged into chaos as unidentified drone activity forces mass cancellations, with German officials suggesting Russian involvement in what they describe as a 'reconnaissance mission'.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confronts a political firestorm in the Bundestag as his government's Ukraine policy sparks coalition turmoil and European allies express alarm over defence capabilities.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union, faces a fierce backlash after accusing the ruling Social Democrats of promoting 'woke ideology' and undermining the nation's values in a fiery Berlin speech.
In a significant shift, German opposition chief Friedrich Merz urges Chancellor Olaf Scholz to permit Ukraine to use German-supplied weapons on Russian soil, aligning with a growing NATO consensus.
Exclusive: German cities are reporting a dramatic 50% drop in asylum seekers as Chancellor Friedrich Merz's tough new policies take effect, easing the crippling migrant crisis.
Former US President Donald Trump reportedly ridiculed UK Labour leader Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a private meeting with German tycoon Friedrich Merz, raising eyebrows in diplomatic circles.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responds to Donald Trump’s assertion that he could swiftly end the war, inviting the former US leader to witness the conflict firsthand.
Labour leader Keir Starmer has condemned Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin for their controversial remarks on Ukraine, calling their statements 'deeply irresponsible' amid ongoing tensions.
Vladimir Putin warns Western leaders, including Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron, of potential repercussions for their support of Ukraine. Friedrich Merz also responds to Putin's remarks.
Labour leader Keir Starmer meets with German opposition leader Friedrich Merz and French President Macron, signalling a potential shift in post-Brexit diplomacy.
As Friedrich Merz marks his first 100 days as Germany's chancellor, his leadership faces mounting challenges from the surging far-right AfD. This analysis explores the political shifts and what it means for Europe.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, has sparked debate by urging Hamas supporters to leave the country, citing concerns over national security and social cohesion.
Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, calling her Germany's 'most hated' politician. The remarks come amid growing transatlantic tensions and ahead of critical EU elections.
French President Emmanuel Macron and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz engaged in a tense debate over the Gaza conflict, highlighting deep divisions in European responses to the humanitarian crisis.
French President Emmanuel Macron and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz engaged in a tense debate over the Gaza conflict, highlighting deep divisions in European responses to the humanitarian crisis.
French President Emmanuel Macron and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz have publicly disagreed over Gaza, highlighting divisions in European responses to the conflict.
German officials face backlash over reports of granting asylum to former Taliban members, sparking debates on national security and immigration policies.
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz delivers a scathing critique of Brexit, blending sharp analysis with unexpected humour, sparking reactions across Europe.
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz calls for closer alignment between the UK, Germany, and France on migration and defence policies to address shared challenges.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz met at Airbus in Stevenage to strengthen UK-Germany ties and discuss defence cooperation.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz announce a groundbreaking treaty to strengthen UK-Germany ties, marking a new era of cooperation after Brexit.