Hungary: Peter Magyar Elected as New Prime Minister
Peter Magyar has been elected as Hungary's new Prime Minister, with plans to combat corruption and negotiate with Brussels. He aims to recover frozen EU funds as a priority.
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CDU in Baden-Württemberg approves coalition agreement with Greens
The CDU in Baden-Württemberg has approved a coalition agreement with the Greens, which is facing criticism from the Green Youth for lacking ambition.
Aiwanger criticizes federal government as ‘lost year’
Hubert Aiwanger, the leader of the Free Voters, has criticized the black-red coalition in Berlin for a 'lost year'. This statement was made during the FW party conference in Bad Aibling, Bavaria.
Pressure on Starmer Grows After Labour Election Losses
According to The Guardian, Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, is facing calls for his resignation following significant losses in the local elections in England.
Trump’s AI policy was too one-sided — the turnaround is welcome
A recent FAZ commentary argues that Donald Trump's previous approach to artificial intelligence gave too much free rein to development without sufficient oversight, a flaw the paper sees as needing correction. The piece welcomes signs of a policy reversal, viewing it as an opportunity to rebalance regulation and innovation.
Why Britain’s Two‑Party System Is Coming to an End
Regional and local elections have strengthened nationalists and populists, eroding the traditional dominance of the two major parties — and Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces an obvious corrective if he wants to halt further fragmentation.
EU countries seek €43 billion compensation for weapons delivered to Ukraine
EU member states have submitted claims to the European Commission requesting a total of €43 billion in compensation for weapons supplied to Ukraine, a sum that exceeds what the currently available European Peace Facility (EPF) funds could cover, according to Ukrainska Pravda.
Leipzig: Driver taken to psychiatric clinic after vehicle attack
A car drove through a pedestrian zone in Leipzig, reportedly killing two people and seriously injuring at least two more. The suspect was reportedly taken to a psychiatric clinic; the city is reviewing security measures while support services are active on site.
Phage therapy used at University Hospital Frankfurt against multidrug‑resistant germs
Researchers at the University Hospital Frankfurt have identified viruses that specifically target multidrug‑resistant bacteria and have, for the first time in this setting, been allowed to use them therapeutically in patients, offering a potential option when conventional antibiotics fail.
Federal Cabinet Approves Acceleration of Power Grid Expansion
The German government has passed a cabinet resolution on the Federal Requirements Planning Act aimed at accelerating the expansion of power grids. The goal is a secure, affordable, and sustainable energy supply.
German government wants to boost private investment in Ukraine – Pistorius: Germany benefits from strategic cooperation
The German government wants to attract German investors for private investments in Ukrainian arms companies and joint ventures. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius emphasizes the strategic benefits for Germany.
EU Parliament demands higher budget: The two-trillion-euro question
The European Parliament is demanding a significantly higher budget in negotiations on the next multiannual budget of the European Union, putting it on a collision course with Berlin.
Max Lucks: Give the people in Iran the best possible support
Green Party MP Max Lucks, rapporteur of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe for Iran, calls for more support for the Iranian population and criticizes German police practices as well as the federal government's response to human rights criticism.
Federal and state governments provide one billion euros annually for urban development funding for the first time
Thanks to a new agreement, one billion euros per year will now flow into urban development funding. The federal government announces further increases.
Shooting Incident at White House Press Dinner Raises Security Concerns
A shooting incident during the White House press dinner has raised concerns about security measures at the event.
European Planning: Ukraine Still Open for Business
As Open4business reports, Ukraine remains an attractive location for international companies under the slogan 'European Planning'.
Russian Foreign Ministry Summons German Ambassador Lambsdorff
The Russian Foreign Ministry has summoned the German ambassador to Russia, Alexander Graf Lambsdorff.
Union faction demands ‘bold structural reforms’ and increases pressure on SPD
The Union faction in the Bundestag wants to increase the pace of reform and puts the SPD under pressure. In a policy paper, it calls for more growth and strict austerity.
Ruling: German border controls to Luxembourg were illegal
German controls at the border with Luxembourg last year were illegal, according to a court ruling.
New rental contracts in Germany rise by 3.5 percent
Rents for newly signed contracts increased nationwide by 3.5 percent in the first quarter of 2025. This is according to the current housing index of the German Economic Institute.
Study: Gas Stations Achieved Higher Profit Margins After Introduction of the 12 O’Clock Rule
According to a study, the mineral oil industry achieved additional profits after the introduction of the so-called 12 o'clock rule for price increases at gas stations.
Next high-ranking CDU politician distances himself from Merz’s pension statement
As WELT reports, another leading CDU politician has distanced himself from the party chairman Friedrich Merz's recent statements on pensions.
Ukrainian Economy Minister Svyrydenko to Meet Polish PM Tusk at Security Conference in Rzeszów
Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko will meet with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk at a security conference in the Polish city of Rzeszów.
More than 74 million electric cars on roads worldwide
The number of electric cars worldwide has reached a new record. As Die Zeit reports, more than 74 million vehicles with electric drive are now on the road.
Health Policy: Federal Government Open to Reducing Number of Health Insurance Funds
In the debate over the number of health insurance funds in Germany, the federal government signals willingness to talk. As Deutschlandfunk reports, the government is open to a reduction in the number of funds.
Federal Government Presents Draft Law to Modernize the Lawyer-Notary Profession
The German federal government has presented a draft law to promote and modernize the lawyer-notary profession, which includes shortening admission periods and introducing flexible age limits to ensure notarial services.
Bundestag Debates Draft Law to Implement EU Gas and Hydrogen Internal Market Package
The Bundestag will discuss a draft law from the federal government on Thursday, April 23, 2026, aimed at transposing European regulations for gas and hydrogen markets into national law.
Discovered in Germany: Europe’s Largest Lithium Source at Four Kilometers Depth
In Germany, Europe's largest lithium source has been discovered at a depth of four kilometers. The valuable mineral is dissolved in a salt solution and must be pumped to the surface.
CDU Politician Theis: Opening of the Strait of Hormuz in Global Interest
CDU defense politician Theis has positively assessed yesterday's meeting in Paris about a possible multinational mission to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
MP: Isolated Cases of Forced Deportation of Ukrainian Men from Europe – TCC Receives Affected Individuals
A Ukrainian Member of Parliament (MP) has reported isolated cases of forced deportation of Ukrainian men from European countries, who are being received by Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCC), as the news agency UNIAN exclusively reports.
Klingbeil calls for preparations for kerosene shortage
Vice Chancellor Klingbeil demands that warnings of a kerosene shortage be taken very seriously, putting him at odds with Economics Minister Reiche, who does not anticipate a shortage.
Radioactive Banknote Discovered at Polish-Ukrainian Border
Polish border guards have seized a 100-dollar banknote with extremely elevated radioactivity from a Ukrainian citizen. According to authorities, the radiation level was 1905 times above the permissible limit.
Bundestag Debates Left Party Motion on Billionaires’ Influence
The Bundestag is debating on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, a motion by the Left Party that aims to curb the influence of billionaires worldwide and advance global justice through more redistribution and development cooperation.
Question Time in the Bundestag: Greens Ask the Most Questions
On April 22, 2026, representatives of the Federal Government will answer pre-submitted questions from Members of Parliament during a Question Time in the Bundestag, with the Alliance 90/The Greens parliamentary group being the most represented with 29 questions.
Bundestag Votes on Legal Basis for E-Car Subsidy
The Bundestag intends to vote on the legal basis for the planned subsidy for electric cars in its plenary session today.
Bundestag Refers Applications and Draft Laws to Committees for Further Deliberation
On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the Bundestag referred several proposals to the responsible committees without debate, where they are to be further deliberated.
Government Question Time with Dorothee Bär and Thorsten Frei in the Bundestag
The Federal Minister for Research, Technology and Space, Dorothee Bär (CSU), and the Federal Minister for Special Tasks and Head of the Chancellery, Thorsten Frei (CDU), will face questions from members of parliament in a government question time session.
SPD Foreign Policy Expert Sets Conditions for German Hormuz Deployment
Ahead of a possible German military deployment in the Strait of Hormuz, SPD foreign policy expert Ahmetovic demands a stable ceasefire. Simultaneously, Lebanese sources report Israeli attacks after a truce came into effect.
Montanunion 75 Years Ago: Starting Point for a United Europe
The founding of the Montanunion in 1951 marked the beginning of a new, united Europe and laid the foundation for peace and cooperation on the continent.
Secret Ingredient Gives Classic Ukrainian Green Borscht a Special Aroma
A classic Ukrainian Green Borscht can gain significantly in flavor through a special ingredient, as a source reports.