Reshaping Asylum Policy: Labor Duty for Asylum Seekers Imminent?
A debate over imposing work duties on asylum seekers is dividing German regions and political parties.
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A Broad Shift in German Asylum Policy
Around 77 percent of Germans want stricter asylum rules, according to recent surveys, reflecting a major shift in public sentiment.
Unraveling Russia's Influence in German Politics
US investigators uncovered a Kremlin-backed influence campaign aimed at stoking social divisions and swaying political opinion in Germany.
German Regional Elections: Shifts and Consequences
Elections in Saxony and Thuringia show rising populist support and declining centrist strength.
Shifts Towards AfD and BSW in German State Elections
Far-right AfD and newcomer BSW made major gains in recent eastern German state elections.
East German Elections: Public Sentiment and Future Uncertainties
Traditional parties are losing ground in eastern Germany as extremist movements gain momentum.
Robert Habeck Signals Interest in Chancellor Candidacy
Economy Minister Robert Habeck has signaled willingness to run as the Green Party's chancellor candidate in 2025.
German Authorities Issue Arrest Warrant in Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage Case
German authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Ukrainian suspect Volodymyr Zhuravlev in the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage case.
Faeser Pushes for Stricter Knife Laws Amid Rising Violence
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser is proposing stricter rules on carrying knives in public following a surge in knife crime across Germany.
FDP's Pro-Car Plan Proposes Free Parking and Fewer Bike Lanes in Cities
The FDP wants to prioritize cars in German cities with free parking and reduced cycling infrastructure.
Foreign Workers Sustain Economic Growth in Eastern Germany
Eastern Germany is increasingly dependent on foreign workers to offset a severe skilled labor shortage.
Asylum in Germany: Increasing Restrictions Amid High Demand
Germany's asylum system saw major legal and practical changes in 2023, with stricter rules and increased political pressure.