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Alternative for Germany Party Gains Ground Ahead of Elections - picture alliance / dpa

Normalization on the Extreme Right Alternative for Germany Party Gains Ground Ahead of Elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany party is polling better than it has in several years. With elections approaching next year in a trio of eastern German states, the AfD is seeking to find its way even closer to the political mainstream.

Germany Prepares for Possible Re-Election of Donald Trump - Joe Raedle / AFP

Horror Scenario Germany Prepares for Possible Re-Election of Donald Trump

Berlin is preparing for the possibility that Donald Trump could beat Joe Biden in the next election. That outcome would likely be a disaster for Ukraine, NATO and the looming climate crisis. Diplomats have begun establishing contacts with the former president's camp to avoid being blindsided as they were in 2016.

Germany To Push Ahead With Limited Legalization of Cannabis - Nikita Teryoshin / DER SPIEGEL

Nipped in the Bud Germany To Push Ahead With Limited Legalization of Cannabis

The coalition government in Berlin had big plans to legalize the possession and sale of cannabis in Germany. But the government was never as enthusiastic about the issue as it let on, and the plans it unveiled on Wednesday are very limited in scope compared to legalization efforts in the United States. By Milena Hassenkamp, Jonas Schaible, Gerald Traufetter und Severin Weiland

Germany’s New Peace Movement Has Some Explaining to Do - ddp

Dubious Alliances Germany’s New Peace Movement Has Some Explaining to Do

Putin’s war in Ukraine is unsettling many in Germany. A new peace movement is forming in the country, but it is stirring up the ghosts of German history – and has an open flank to the extreme right.

Ukrainian Refugees in Germany, One Year Later - Fotos: Yana Sidash / DER SPIEGEL; Lena Giovanazzi / DER SPIEGEL; Marlena Waldthausen; Matilde Viegas / DER SPIEGEL

Life after Flight Ukrainian Refugees in Germany, One Year Later

Just over a year ago, Vladimir Putin sent his army into Ukraine, forcing millions of Ukrainians into flight. Hundreds of thousands ended up in Germany. We checked in with some of them to find out how they have adjusted to their new lives.

An Examination of the Truly Dire State of Germany's Military - Illustration: Pete Reynolds / DER SPIEGEL

The Bad News Bundeswehr An Examination of the Truly Dire State of Germany's Military

Last February, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that the country was going to invest substantially in its military. But not much has happened since then. And now Defense Minister Christine Lambrecht has been replaced. DER SPIEGEL takes a closer look at what is ailing the Bundeswehr. By Matthias Gebauer und Konstantin von Hammerstein

"We Have Gained Control Over the Crisis" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck "We Have Gained Control Over the Crisis"

Last year, it looked like Russia's war in Ukraine was going to plunge Germany and Europe into a deep recession and a winter of gas shortages. Things have turned out differently, says Economy Minister Robert Habeck. But major progress is still needed on climate protection. Interview Conducted by Martin Knobbe und Gerald Traufetter

Germany Moves Forward with Infantry Fighting Vehicle Deliveries to Ukraine - Marcus Prell / Bild am Sonntag

Forty Marders for Kyiv Germany Moves Forward with Infantry Fighting Vehicle Deliveries to Ukraine

For months, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz resisted sending German infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine. Now the country is to get them after all – and further deliveries are already being discussed. By Matthias Gebauer und Marina Kormbaki

Germany Takes a Critical Look at Arms Exports - Florian Boillot / SZ Photo

The Weapons Dilemma Germany Takes a Critical Look at Arms Exports

One of the main policy goals of Germany's current coalition government had been imposing stricter controls on arms imports. But now it's becoming apparent that the status quo will likely remain in place – at least for now.

The Motley Crew that Wanted to Topple the German Government - [M] DER SPIEGEL; Wolfgang Kumm / picture alliance / dpa; fhm / Getty Images; Jewgeni Roppel

Prince Putsch and His Gang The Motley Crew that Wanted to Topple the German Government

An obscure German blue blood is reportedly at the center of a strange plan to topple the German government foiled this week by the country's security services. Observers are describing the development as a dangerous escalation of the Reichsbürger movement, whose followers want to overthrow Germany's leaders.

"You're Done with Power Politics" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

A Year with Ex-Chancellor Angela Merkel "You're Done with Power Politics"

After 16 years as Germany's political leader, she realized that it was time for someone new. But one year after leaving office, Angela Merkel has yet to find closure – particularly as her legacy continues to look worse and worse. DER SPIEGEL visited her to learn more about her present and her plans for the future. By Alexander Osang

High Hurdles Face Germany's Cannabis Legalization Plans - Gordon Welters / DER SPIEGEL

High Society High Hurdles Face Germany's Cannabis Legalization Plans

The German government is moving towards legalizing marijuana, creating an entirely new industry in the country. But the effort faces significant challenges, including European law. By Markus Becker, Milena Hassenkamp, Tim Neumann und Jonas Schaible

Hamburg Mosque Reportedly a Hotbed for Iranian Propaganda - Christian Charisius / picture alliance / dpa

The Long Arm of the Mullahs Hamburg Mosque Reportedly a Hotbed for Iranian Propaganda

The Hamburg Islamic Center is considered the most important outpost of the Iranian regime in Germany. But since it is also reportedly used to spread the mullahs’ propaganda across Europe, calls are growing for its work to be restricted. By Maik Baumgärtner, Katrin Elger und Ann-Katrin Müller

The True Leader of Germany's Right Wing AfD - HC Plambeck / DER SPIEGEL

Embracing Extremism The True Leader of Germany's Right Wing AfD

For years, Germany's far-right AfD party has seen multiple power struggles as the extremist wing under Björn Höcke sought to seize control. Though he's not part of the leadership duo, Höcke has now reached his goal. By Ann-Katrin Müller

Germany on the Brink - Illustration: SAMSON / DER SPIEGEL

Inflation, Bankruptcies and Fears of Decline Germany on the Brink

Inflation, a likely recession and exploding energy prices: Germany is expecting tough years ahead with diminishing prosperity, a shrinking middle class and growing inequality. This is uncharted territory for the government and society, and both are facing some difficult choices.

Nuclear Energy Standby Proposal Has Germany's Greens Seeing Red - Marlena Waldhausen / Agentur Focus

Habeck's Meltdown Nuclear Energy Standby Proposal Has Germany's Greens Seeing Red

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck was on the verge of becoming a political superstar. But now, the Green Party heavyweight may be experiencing a meltdown in the face of the country's looming energy shortages – and his proposal to use nuclear power to bridge the gap if worse comes to worst.

Germany's Green Party Confronts Its Last Taboo - MICHELE TANTUSSI / REUTERS

Nuclear Power for the Winter Germany's Green Party Confronts Its Last Taboo

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck wants to keep two nuclear power plants on standby to prevent electricity shortages this winter now that Putin has cut energy supplies. The Green Party will have to decide if it can reconcile this with the anti-atomic position that served as its genesis. Will the party revolt? By Marina Kormbaki, Serafin Reiber, Jonas Schaible und Gerald Traufetter

How Putin's Agents Are Infiltrating Germany - [M] Ole Schleef / DER SPIEGEL; Schoening / ddp, Xander Heinl / Photothek / Getty Images

Hackers, Spies and Contract Killers How Putin's Agents Are Infiltrating Germany

Russian secret service agencies have been targeting the West for years. They infiltrate computer systems, spy on politicians, conduct sabotage operations and even kill those who have fallen afoul of Moscow. Why did Germany wake up to the danger so late?

How Putin's Daughter Traveled Unnoticed to Germany - Lina Moreno / DER SPIEGEL

Pleasure Trips from Moscow How Putin's Daughter Traveled Unnoticed to Germany

Over the course of several years, Katerina Tikhonova made numerous trips to Bavaria together with an entourage of bodyguards. DER SPIEGEL reporting has revealed that the German authorities knew nothing of the excursions.

Germany Sees Tidal Shift in Sentiment Toward Atomic Energy - Armin Weigel / picture alliance / dpa

Nuclear Power? Yes Please! Germany Sees Tidal Shift in Sentiment Toward Atomic Energy

According to a new survey from DER SPIEGEL, three quarters of all Germans want to continue the operations of Germany's remaining nuclear power plants, throwing into question the country's much-touted plan to phase out nuclear energy. Is the country about to make a U-turn on the issue?

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