Trump’s Global Tariff Offensive Hits Germany Hard as EU Struggles to Respond
New US tariffs are dealing a significant blow to Germany's export-driven economy.

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New US tariffs are dealing a significant blow to Germany's export-driven economy.
Donald Trump's sweeping new import tariffs have escalated trade tensions with the EU and China, creating significant uncertainty for Germany's manufacturers…
A German-built rocket lifted off from Norway in March 2025 in a planned test flight that ended in the sea.
Elon Musk has drawn controversy in Germany with provocative political statements beyond his tech ventures.
A 20-year-old with German and Russian citizenship has been detained in Russia on sabotage charges, raising fresh concerns about the risks facing dual…
Germany's BAMF has suspended processing of Syrian asylum applications following Assad's fall.
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule has prompted celebrations among Syrians in Germany, while many are now weighing whether it is safe to return…
Aldi Suisse announced a 1.3% pay rise for all employees, raising the bar for wages across Swiss retail.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock traveled to Beijing to address Germany-China tensions linked to the Ukraine conflict.
Mass protests have erupted across Georgia as citizens push for closer EU ties while the government stalls.
Russian authorities detained a 57-year-old German national from Hamburg on sabotage charges, escalating tensions between Russia and Germany.
Germany suspects deliberate sabotage after two undersea data cables in the Baltic Sea were damaged.