Lavrov in Qatar speaks out on new US talks, frozen Russian assets
Lavrov in Qatar speaks out on new US talks, frozen Russian assets

Russia is waiting for Europeans to stop lying that Moscow is refusing to engage in talks on Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at a news conference as he wrapped up his trip to Qatar. He also said the issue of frozen Russian assets will not disappear from the Ukraine settlement...

Conservatives win German election as far-right surges
Conservatives win German election as far-right surges

Germanys conservative opposition leader, Friedrich Merz, secured a narrow victory in Sundays national election, while the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) doubled its support in its strongest showing since World War II, according to projections. Chancellor Olaf Scholz conceded defeat...

With election looming, Germany's Gen Z moves toward the right
With election looming, Germany's Gen Z moves toward the right

The mood is upbeat at a pre-election meeting of Germanys young conservatives where a speakers harsh attack on the Greens climate policies sparks applause from the Generation Z activists. The 40-odd members of the CDU partys youth wing go on to discuss what they see as the top issues ahead of...

Russian tycoon wins legal battle against western Media – RBK
Russian tycoon wins legal battle against western Media – RBK

A German court has barred a local newspaper from spreading misinformation about Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, marking another legal victory for the metals and telecoms magnate in his ongoing battle against Western media. According to RBK, the Hamburg Regional Court issued the ruling on...

German opposition leader hopeful pledges stronger strategic ties with Turkiye
German opposition leader hopeful pledges stronger strategic ties with Turkiye

Germanys opposition leader and frontrunner for chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has called for closer cooperation with Turkiye, highlighting its strategic importance amid major geopolitical shifts. Speaking ahead of Germanys early elections on Feb. 23, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) leader...

Tens of thousands protest in Berlin against CDU's far-right ties over immigration bill
Tens of thousands protest in Berlin against CDU's far-right ties over immigration bill

Tens of thousands gathered in Berlin on Sunday to protest the conservative Christian Democratic Unions (CDU) increasing cooperation with the far-right. Police reported at least 20,000 demonstrators had gathered by 3:45 pm (14:45 GMT) outside the Bundestag, Germanys parliament, with the number...

40 Bangladeshi companies to showcase creativity, quality at Ambiente
40 Bangladeshi companies to showcase creativity, quality at Ambiente

Ambiente 2025, set to be held from 7 to 11 February in Germanys Frankfurt am Main, will feature 40 leading Bangladeshi companies showcasing their creativity and quality products. The event will bring together buyers from various sectors, including hospitality and office supplies, offering a...

Five killed in firework chaos in Germany
Five killed in firework chaos in Germany

CNN reported five people were killed and dozens of emergency workers were injured as a spate of incidents involving fireworks marred New Years Eve celebrations in Germany. Despite calls for a nationwide ban on the private use of fireworks, they continue to be a significant part of New Years...

German hospitals fear labour shortages if Syrians return home
German hospitals fear labour shortages if Syrians return home

German hospitals and other employers fear worker shortages if many Syrian refugees return home after the fall of president Bashar al-Assad, a concern backed by a study released Friday. Health care providers have warned that more than 5,000 Syrian doctors work in German medical facilities, often...

Germany halts asylum proceedings for Syrians
Germany halts asylum proceedings for Syrians

Germany is putting a pause on its decisions over asylum applications for Syrian citizens. The decision comes afterSyrian President Bashar Assad and his family fled the country after being toppled by rebel forces over theweekend. This decision will likely affect 47,000 pending applications,...