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"There You Can Say: It Was Merkel's Fault" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

Interview with former German Chancellor Angela Merkel "There You Can Say: It Was Merkel's Fault"

In an interview on the occasion of the publishing of her memoirs, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, 70, speaks about her experiences with Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, the road ahead for democracy and the mistakes she may have made. Interview Conducted by Melanie Amann und Klaus Wiegrefe

What Would a Chancellor Merz Do Differently? - Martin Steger

Germany's New Elections What Would a Chancellor Merz Do Differently?

CDU leader Friedrich Merz has long been sharply critical of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government. Now, though, Merz appears to be in good position to become Germany's next chancellor. Would he really do things that much differently?

How Chancellor Olaf Scholz Brought His Coalition to an End - Clemens Bilan / EPA

The End of the German Government How Chancellor Olaf Scholz Brought His Coalition to an End

Germany's governing coalition had long been characterized by perpetual bickering and very little progress. Ultimately, Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Finance Minister Christian Lindner found it impossible to get along.

Berlin's Overcrowded Refugee Camp in Tegel - Max Avdeev / DER SPIEGEL

A Place of Chaos Berlin's Overcrowded Refugee Camp in Tegel

Some 5,000 people live in Germany's largest refugee camp, located at Berlin's former Tegel airport. The conditions are dire - yet many companies are making a mint. A look behind the fences. By Frauke Hunfeld und Alexander Kauschanski and Max Avdeev (Photos)

"You Cannot Fight Terrorism in Panic Mode" - Urban Zintel / DER SPIEGEL

Interview with German Foreign Minister Baerbock "You Cannot Fight Terrorism in Panic Mode"

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is critical of the opposition's position on migration, but also voices support for increased deportations. She also takes stock of her first three years as Germany's top diplomat. Interview Conducted by Martin Knobbe und Christoph Schult

"Pithy Sayings Are Not Part of My Approach to Politics" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

Interview with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz "Pithy Sayings Are Not Part of My Approach to Politics"

In an interview, Chancellor Olaf Scholz discusses how his government has improved asylum policy, how his government intends to respond to the attacks in Solingen and why he thinks his coalition stands a chance of being re-elected. Interview Conducted by Christoph Hickmann und Martin Knobbe

"It's Difficult to Put Up with These Old Germans" - Jens Schwarz / DER SPIEGEL

A Holocaust Survivor Speaks of Her Anger "It's Difficult to Put Up with These Old Germans"

As a young child, Eva Umlauf spent several months in Auschwitz. Today, she speaks to German schoolchildren and is a sought-after orator for commemoration ceremonies. She still can't forgive the Germans. By Timofey Neshitov

Why Are Attacks and Incitement on the Rise in Germany? - Marc Stinger / IMAGO

The New Hatred for Politicians Why Are Attacks and Incitement on the Rise in Germany?

Violent attacks, arson attacks, death threats: Brutal hostilities against politicians are shaking democracy in Germany. Experts are observing a growing far-right youth culture and are calling for more protection, especially for public officials in local authorities.

How the AfD Became the Long Arm of Russia and China - [M]: maselkoo99 / Getty Images, Henvry / Getty Images, TinaFields / Getty Images, Baris-Ozer / Getty Images, microstocker / Getty Images, Belgium / Getty Images, Gavriil Grigorov / Sputnik / Kremlin Pool / picture alliance / AP

The Alternative Against Germany How the AfD Became the Long Arm of Russia and China

The far-right AfD presents itself as a patriotic party, but revelations about possible monetary payments from Russia and a suspected Chinese spy have exposed its members as traitors to their country. DER SPIEGEL has learned that the Kremlin even drafted a "manifesto" for the party.

Germany Fails to Gain Traction with Foreign Policy - Ding Haitao / AP

Still Just a Lightweight Germany Fails to Gain Traction with Foreign Policy

The German chancellor and his foreign minister recently visited China and the Middle East and the government is conducting crisis diplomacy at all the global hotspots. But Berlin has failed to deliver much, and some are asking if Germany is even a global player politically.

The Town Made Famous by Neo-Nazi Students - Sebastian Wells / DER SPIEGEL

A Visit to the Swamp The Town Made Famous by Neo-Nazi Students

An open letter about Hitler salutes in the schoolyard and swastikas on the benches of a school in the municipality of Burg made nationwide headlines in Germany. But is the place really a hotbed of right-wing extremism? We went to find out. By Jonah Lemm and Sebastian Wells (Photos)

German Identitarians Are Trying to Make a Comeback - [M] Lea Rossa / DER SPIEGEL; Fotos: IMAGO / ZUMA Press; dts / IMAGO; Nils Lenthe; Paul Zinken / picture alliance / dpa; Thomas Victor / Agentur Focus

Right-Wing Extremism German Identitarians Are Trying to Make a Comeback

The Identitarian Movement in Germany seemed to have ebbed. But now the right-wing extremists are making a comeback. They have close ties to the Alternative for Germany party and a notable financier who used to be an important member of the center-right Christian Democrats. By Maik Baumgärtner, Ann-Katrin Müller, Sven Röbel und Wolf Wiedmann-Schmidt

German Chancellor Pledges To Boost Production for Ukraine - Axel Heimken / AFP

Ammunition Shortages German Chancellor Pledges To Boost Production for Ukraine

With Europe falling significantly behind on its targets for ammunition production, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is stepping in to help. He wants to significantly boost the domestic industry to assist in providing aid pledged to Ukraine.

Can the German People Stop the AfD's Far-Right Rise? - [M] DER SPIEGEL; Fotos: Markus Hintzen / DER SPIEGEL, Stefan Boness / DER SPIEGEL, Markus Hintzen / DER SPIEGEL

Over a Million at Protests Can the German People Stop the AfD's Far-Right Rise?

Politicians in Germany have failed to find the means to successfully fight the rise of the far-right AfD. Now, hundreds of thousands of normal citizens have taken to the streets in efforts to stop the party. Although the protest movement includes broad swaths of society, it remains fragile.

The True Story Behind Merkel's Promise to Israel - Sebastian Scheiner / AFP

"Reason of State" The True Story Behind Merkel's Promise to Israel

Israel's security is an element of Germany's "reason of state," Chancellor Angela Merkel famously stated. It is a formulation that has since been adopted by the country's leading politicians. But what does it mean? And where did it come from? By Christoph Schult und Klaus Wiegrefe

Foreign Minister Baerbock Sees an Opening for Mediation - Ilia Yefimovich / picture alliance / dpa

Germany's Role in the Middle East Foreign Minister Baerbock Sees an Opening for Mediation

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock believes Germany can play a key role as a mediator in the Middle East. She has been focusing heavily on the crisis there since the Hamas terror attack in October. But can she really make a difference? By Konstantin von Hammerstein, Jonas Schaible und Christoph Schult

Arrests Suggest Terrorist Organization Is Operating in Europe - Paul Zinken / dpa

Hamas in Germany Arrests Suggest Terrorist Organization Is Operating in Europe

Germany used to be considered a safe haven for Hamas, a place where the terror organization could raise money and build networks. Now, with the arrest of suspected members, fears are growing that Hamas could be planning attacks in Europe.

A Sudden, Ominous Sense of Insecurity - Paula Markert, Lena Giovanazzi, Katrin Binner, Marina Weigl / DER SPIEGEL

Jewish Life in Germany A Sudden, Ominous Sense of Insecurity

Eighty-five years have passed since the Nazis launched their first comprehensive pogroms against Jewish life in Germany. This year, the Hamas massacre in Israel – and the lack of support many Jews across the country feel they have received – has revived old fears.

"For the First Time, I Understand What it Means to be Jewish" - Fotos: Agata Szymanska-Medina / DER SPIEGEL

Anti-Semitism in Berlin "For the First Time, I Understand What it Means to be Jewish"

Jews in Berlin are being spit on and swastikas are being scratched into their doorbells. Rabbis are covering up their kippa. Some in Berlin are beginning to wonder: Is it time to leave Germany? By Katrin Elger, Asia Haidar, Guido Mingels und Hannes Schrader

A New Wave of Anti-Semitism Sweeps Across Germany - Stefan Boness / IPON

"Absolutely Appalling" A New Wave of Anti-Semitism Sweeps Across Germany

Hamas' terror and Israel's counterattacks have unleashed levels of anti-Semitism not seen in years in Germany. Jews are living in fear and now wonder if they should leave the country. The political response so far appears to be doing little to change the situation.

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