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A far-right party is looking for wins in 2 state elections in eastern Germany

Two state elections in eastern Germany offer the far-right Alternative for Germany the chance to become the strongest party there and could produce painful results for the unpopular national government

The Independent UK

Nerves rise over AfD threat as state elections in eastern Germany begin

With voters rejecting mainstream politics, many expect a disastrous results outcome for Olaf Scholz’s coalition

The Guardian - UK

Germany to harden weapons laws and asylum rules after Solingen stabbing

Coalition government hopes tough action will prevent far-right victories in forthcoming state elections

The Guardian - UK

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Germany Announces Tougher Knife Laws After Deadly Attack

German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said Thursday the government would toughen knife controls and curb benefits for some illegal migrants in response to a suspected Islamist stabbing.

International Business Times

Far-right party aims for wins in 2 state elections as Germany's government flounders

The far-right Alternative for Germany could become the strongest party for the first time in two state elections Sunday in eastern Germany

The Independent UK

In Germany's Industrial East, Old Traumas Boost Far Right

In the relatively well-off city of Zwickau, in Germany's former communist east, economic uncertainty and a turbulent history have combined to drive support for the far right ahead of a key regional election.

International Business Times

Solingen attack: German chancellor holds talks with opposition

Olaf Scholz discusses immigration policy with CDU leader after three killed in last week’s attack

The Guardian - UK

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As the far right gains ground, Germany deserves better from its mainstream politicians

It’s not just the AfD that poses a major threat in this weekend’s regional elections – while traditional moderate parties are failing to inspire voters, says commentator and broadcaster John Kampfner

The Guardian - UK

German chancellor pledges swifter deportations in wake of Solingen attack

Olaf Scholz also promises tougher weapons laws after three killed in last week’s rampage

The Guardian - UK

Proposed UK-EU security pact ‘will be welcomed in Brussels’, MEP says

Glad to draw line under poisonous Brexit era, diplomats say Starmer’s new approach to EU brings ‘good vibes’

The Guardian - UK

Angela Merkel chooses privacy over publicity as she celebrates turning 70

Once seen as the world’s most powerful woman, the former German chancellor is now immersed in the arts – and not only as an admirer

The Guardian - UK

Why are Europeans – including the young – being pushed to the far right?

In Europe, the slogan “never again fascism” is one that still resonates. The death and destruction wrought by hyper-nationalist, authoritarian states in the first half of the 20th century still haunts the nightmares of successive generations.

The Conversation

Scholz's Coalition Suffers Rout At EU Polls In Germany

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition suffered a stinging defeat at the European elections Sunday, all three parties in his government trailing the conservatives and the far right, preliminary results showed.

International Business Times

Angela Merkel memoirs to be published in November

Freedom: Memories 1954-2021 will cover Merkel’s childhood, political rise and 16 years as German chancellor

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The Guardian - UK

Far-right EU election gains could boost nationalist parties on home turf

Polls indicate a surge for the right across the continent in next month’s ballots, but the centrists are still likely to hold sway in parliament

The Guardian - UK

As Germany’s postwar constitution turns 75, threats to its democracy are looming

The 1949 Basic Law is a source of national pride – but is it still enough to protect the country from the rise of populism? asks author John Kampfner

The Guardian - UK

Ursula von der Leyen is now a household name – and that could be Europe’s salvation

With national leaders facing war, political division and economic crisis, backing the EU chief for a second term is their best hope of unity, say Catherine De Vries of Bocconi University and Isabell Hoffmann of the Bertelsmann Stiftung

The Guardian - AU

Teenager dead after stabbings – as it happened

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Charles Darwin University asked inquiry not to publish staff submissions critical of its support for harbour project

In letter vice-chancellor requested committee not publish joint submission by two academics and redact parts of second submission ‘unfairly’ critical of CDU

The Hindu

As cannabis consumption surges, Germany opts for partial legalisation

German Cannabis Association celebrates legalisation of recreational cannabis in Berlin, sparking debate and new regulations in Germany.

The Guardian - UK

Von der Leyen’s re-election chances hit by €17k-a-month job for ally

European Commission defends appointing adviser Markus Pieper after selection process is questioned

France 24

Legal prostitution in Germany: A failure?

More than two decades after prostitution was legalised in Germany, the issue is once again sparking debate. The conservative opposition in parliament is campaigning to reform the 2002 law that made sex work legal. Former chancellor Angela Merkel's CDU party claims that the goal of improving the situation of sex…

The Guardian - UK

Germans must capitalise on anti-AfD momentum, says political veteran

Exclusive: Time is ripe for challenge to growing far-right support, says former Bundestag president

Radio France Internationale

Germany's von der Leyen seeks second term as EU Commission chief

Ursula von der Leyen on Monday announced her intention to seek a second term as president of the European Commission, the most powerful institution in Brussels.

The Guardian - UK

Ursula von der Leyen to seek second term as head of European Commission

CDU politician, elected to role in 2019, will have to negotiate the Spitzenkandidaten process after EU elections in June

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