German Chancellor warns against coalition with far-right AfD party

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warns against forming a coalition with far-right party AfD that triumphed in state legislature election. AfD's growing popularity is pulling other parties right and weakening mainstream politics in Germany.

Stabbing Deaths of Ukrainian Men in Southern Germany

Two Ukrainian men were stabbed to death in southern Germany, with a Russian man arrested as a possible suspect. The motive is unknown, and investigations are ongoing.

German Soccer Jersey Controversy

German soccer fans banned from customizing jerseys with the number 44 due to resemblance to Nazi SS symbol. Adidas blocks personalization, denies intentional design, and promises alternative number four. Controversy arises as Germany grapples with far-right extremism.

German Military Officer's Unsecured Phone Call Leak

German military officer uses unsecured phone line at Singapore hotel, joins hacked conference call leaked by Russians, causing embarrassment to German government and increasing tensions with Russia. Russia threatens Germany with consequences. Germany denies intention to deliver Taurus missiles to Ukraine.

German Far-Right Extremist Convicted of Hostage-Taking During Jailbreak Attempt

German far-right extremist serving a life sentence for attacking a synagogue in 2019 was convicted of hostage-taking during a jailbreak attempt, sentenced to seven years in prison. He had previously killed two people in the synagogue attack.