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Majority of Germans Oppose Israel's Actions in Gaza
MENAFN
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent poll published by a newsmagazine on Thursday reveals that approximately 80% of the German population disapproves of Israel's lethal military operations in Gaza. In addition, around 75% of respondents expressed support for their...
German army witnesses surge in recruitment
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany’s Defense Ministry has announced a significant boost in military enlistment, reporting a 28% rise in new recruits from January through late July 2025 compared to the same period last year. Over 13,700 people have joined the...
Top German Official Urges Sanctions Enforcement on Israel
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August 5, 2025
(MENAFN) A top German politician on Monday urged the implementation of sanctions against Israel, including partial restrictions on arms exports and a reassessment of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, if conditions in Gaza do not improve....
Germany Signals Possible Palestinian State Recognition
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July 31, 2025
(MENAFN) On Thursday, Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul urged that the formal recognition process for a Palestinian state "must begin now," ahead of his upcoming trip to Israel and Palestinian territories. "For Germany, the recognition of...
Germany approves of federal budget draft for 2026
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July 31, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany’s cabinet approved the federal budget draft for 2026 on Wednesday, continuing a trend of record-high investment spending as the government focuses on modernizing infrastructure and strengthening national security. Finance Minister...
Germany Greenlights 2026 Budget Proposal with Record Investments
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July 31, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany’s cabinet gave the green light on Wednesday to the federal budget proposal for 2026, marking a second consecutive year of record-breaking investment as the government focuses on modernizing infrastructure and enhancing national...
Germany Reports Contraction in Q2 Economy
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany’s economy contracted slightly in the second quarter, erasing part of the modest growth it achieved earlier this year, as newly imposed U.S. tariffs took a toll on exports and broader economic performance. Preliminary figures...
German MP calls for end to social benefits paid to Ukrainian men of fighting age
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A member of the German Bundestag, Stephan Mayer, has called for an end to social benefits being paid to Ukrainian men of fighting age residing in Germany. He argues that these individuals should either seek employment within Germany or...
German MP urges Berlin to stop paying benefits to Ukrainians of military age
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN) German Bundestag member Stephan Mayer has called for an end to social benefits for Ukrainian men of military age residing in Germany, arguing that they should either find employment in Germany or return to Ukraine to join the armed...
German MP Calls to Cut Ukrainian Benefits
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN) German parliamentarian Stephan Mayer has called on Berlin to halt the use of public funds for providing welfare to Ukrainian men of conscription age. According to Mayer, these individuals should either secure employment within Germany or...
Bavarian president calls for Germany to end benefits to Ukrainian refugees
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August 4, 2025
(MENAFN) Bavarian state premier Markus Söder has called for Germany to halt the provision of elevated social benefits to Ukrainian refugees, arguing that such support should be limited to German citizens. Speaking during ZDF’s “Summer Interview,”...
Global Times: GT investigates: Japan constructs image as a ‘victim of war’ through WWII films, revealing distorted historical perspective
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 15, 2025
Beijing, China, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This year marks the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War. With films like Dead to Rights and...
Bavarian PM suggests Germany to deny Ukrainians increased benefits
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August 4, 2025
(MENAFN) Bavarian state premier Markus Söder has called for Germany to stop granting Ukrainian refugees elevated social benefits that exceed those given to other asylum seekers. Speaking in a televised interview with ZDF, Söder argued that the...
Germany Collaborates with Jordan on Aid Airlift for Gaza
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July 29, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany announced on Monday its immediate plan to collaborate with Jordan in launching an airlift aimed at delivering urgently needed humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. Chancellor Friedrich Merz revealed the decision following a two-hour...
Germany criticizes Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s assistance delivery arrangement
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July 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany has criticized the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) for its controversial and insufficient distribution of relief aid in the Gaza Strip, according to recent reports. The GHF, an American organization supported by Israel, began...
Germany Advances Military Spy Cockroaches
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July 27, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany is making substantial investments in advanced warfare technologies, including AI-driven robots and surveillance cockroaches, as part of its broader efforts to strengthen its military capabilities, according to a news agency on...
Germany Doesn’t Want to Recognize Palestinian State
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July 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany, unlike France, declared on Friday that it will not acknowledge Palestine as a sovereign nation in the immediate future, despite increasing international demands. German authorities regard such recognition as “one of the final...
Germany's Defense Ministry pushes plan to enlist teenagers
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July 26, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany's Defense Ministry is pushing forward with a plan to significantly increase annual military recruitment, aiming to bring in 40,000 new personnel each year by 2031, according to reports. If voluntary enlistment fails to meet these...
Market consultation launched for joint German-Canadian auction under H2Global
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
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August 1, 2025
Germany maintains an energy partnership with Canada, which was expanded in 2022 to include a hydrogen alliance. As part of efforts to establish a hydrogen bridge between Germany and Canada, both countries have agreed to launch a joint auction...
Germany Quantum Materials Market Surges Ahead: Breakthroughs, Investments, and Future Opportunities 2025-2032
EIN Presswire
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July 24, 2025
The Germany's Quantum Materials Market is expected to reach at a CAGR of 13.41% during the forecast period 2025-2032. MITTE, BERLIN, GERMANY, July 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As per the DataM Intelligence, Germany Quantum Materials Market was...