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Germany is set to elect Ilse Aigner, head of Bavaria's state parliament, as its first female president. Chancellor Friedrich Merz's conservatives have backed the candidate from the regional Christian Social Union sister party. The nomination is expected to be officially announced on Monday.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared that Muslim immigrants who refuse to acknowledge Germany's historical responsibility for the Holocaust should leave the country. Speaking at a Berlin reception for Jewish athletes, he emphasized that this national duty extends to all new arrivals from Islamic nations.
Foreign Policy argues that contemporary German cinema is shifting toward darker, socially critical themes that reflect the nation's rising far-right political landscape. The commentary highlights films like 'Prosecution' as evidence that German filmmakers are challenging the country's self-image as a peaceful, anti-nuclear society.
Peter Fitzek, who declared himself 'King of Germany,' has gone on trial in Duesseldorf facing charges of heading a criminal organization. Prosecutors accuse Fitzek and his Reichsbuergers group of attempting to establish an alternative state structure, including illegal banking and tax evasion schemes.
Deutsche Welle examines the German government's divided response to Gen Z protest riots, contrasting conservative blame on migrant groups with Social Democratic warnings against prejudice. The commentary argues that this political infighting risks overshadowing the youth's core demands for educational reform, housing, and climate action.
Three conservative women are competing to succeed outgoing German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, exposing deep divisions within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). The contest highlights internal power struggles, exacerbated by Chancellor Friedrich Merz's silence on the succession process.
German factory orders rose 4.4% in September, reversing an August decline of 10.1%, according to data agency Destatis. Industrial output also rose 0.7%, driven by a 17.1% surge in car production. Economists noted supply chain disruptions from the Iran war and low river levels caused less damage than feared.
The German government declared that hosting the IIHF Men's World Championship is practically impossible due to threats of boycotts from key nations and sponsors if Russia participates. This follows a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling allowing Russia back into international play, creating a diplomatic impasse as Germany explores solutions while facing visa restrictions related to the war in Ukraine.
Hubert Aiwanger, Bavaria's deputy premier, was found dead in a Berlin hotel under unclear circumstances. Prosecutors confirmed an autopsy showed no evidence of foul play or third-party involvement, while staff suspected his illness stemmed from infection or gastrointestinal issues.
Former Germany goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller argues that Karim Adeyemi's exclusion from the national squad is due to insufficient defensive work, despite his attacking prowess. The commentary suggests this omission serves as a tactical warning under coach Jürgen Klopp, while noting club form also influences selection.