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Rapprochement or Penalties? Germany Struggles to Find United Stance on Russia

Russian aggression in Syria has divided Merkel's coalition government. The chancellor isn't opposed to more sanctions, but the Social Democrats favor a conciliatory approach -- and are preparing to use the issue in the coming election campaign. By SPIEGEL Staff

Germany Struggles to Find United Stance on Russia - DPA

Gorbachev Interview 'I Am Truly and Deeply Concerned'

In a SPIEGEL interview, former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev discusses the dangers of poor relations between Russia and the West in the Ukraine crisis, saying there is a danger that things could get worse. Germany, he says, has a significant role to play. Von Matthias Schepp und Britta Sandberg

Relations at Rock Bottom Cracks Form in Berlin Over Russia Stance

A political solution is more distant than ever in the Russia conflict, with the German government and EU having exhausted their diplomatic options. A rift may now be growing between Chancellor Merkel and her foreign minister over Berlin's tough stance against Moscow. Von SPIEGEL Staff

Cracks Form in Berlin Over Russia Stance - REUTERS

Putin's Reach Merkel Concerned about Russian Influence in the Balkans

Berlin has begun to see Moscow as an adversary rather than as a potential partner. The German government is concerned about efforts by Russian President Vladimir Putin to increase his influence in the Balkans. Stopping him, however, could prove difficult. Von SPIEGEL Staff

Merkel Concerned about Russian Influence in the Balkans - REUTERS

Editorial No Special Path for Germany in Ukraine Crisis

To contain the forces of madness in Ukraine, the West must prepare to work together with Russian President Vladimir Putin. If he doesn't comply and continues to lie, then tough sanctions must follow. For Germany, there can be no special path.

No Special Path for Germany in Ukraine Crisis - AP/dpa

A Sober Look It's Time To Stop Romanticizing Russia

The view Germans have of Russia is skewed by romanticism and historical baggage. Without taking a sober look at Moscow, we will never find an adequate strategy for dealing with Vladimir Putin's conservative, anti-Western approach to power. Von Christian Neef

It's Time To Stop Romanticizing Russia - DPA

How Western Is Germany? Russia Crisis Spurs Identity Conflict

Many Germans feel a special bond to Russia. This makes the Ukraine crisis particularly dangerous for Berlin because it raises important questions about the very nature of German identity. Are we as deeply rooted in the West as most believe? Von Christiane Hoffmann

Russia Crisis Spurs Identity Conflict - REUTERS

NATO's Putin Conundrum Berlin Considers Its Alliance Options

German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen has demanded a stronger NATO presence in Eastern Europe. But that makes some in Chancellor Merkel's government uncomfortable. As the alliance moves to reassure eastern allies, Berlin considers its options. Von SPIEGEL Staff

Berlin Considers Its Alliance Options - DPA

Dancing with the Bear Merkel Seeks a Hardline on Putin

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has spent many years trying to understand Russian President Vladimir Putin. But even she didn't expect him to annex Crimea. Now, she and her European counterparts are struggling to come up with a response. Von SPIEGEL Staff

Merkel Seeks a Hardline on Putin - REUTERS

Crimea Sanctions Europe Should Impose Stiffer Penalties

Germany has said it wants to take on greater responsibility in foreign policy -- and the Crimea crisis offers a golden opportunity to do so. Berlin should impose tougher penalties against Russia, even if it would hurt the German economy. Von David Böcking

Europe Should Impose Stiffer Penalties - AP

Economic War with Russia A High Price for German Business

The EU has imposed new sanctions to prevent Vladimir Putin from further escalating the crisis in Ukraine. Berlin has played a leading role in the punitive actions, despite protests from the German business community. There's no turning back for Merkel. Von SPIEGEL Staff

A High Price for German Business - DPA

'No Reason for Concern' Energy Exec Says Ukraine Crisis Not Bad for Business

The political crisis between Europe and Russia continues to worsen and sanctions are coming. But Johannes Teyssen, CEO of utility giant E.on is unconcerned. He says the Moscow-Berlin partnership has promoted peace on the continent and warns against gambling it away. Von Frank Dohmen und Stefan Schultz

Energy Exec Says Ukraine Crisis Not Bad for Business - REUTERS

Maintaining Russian Power How Putin Outfoxed the West

In one of his many foreign-policy successes this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin has used power politics and blackmail to bring Ukraine back into Russia's sphere of influence. But what is the Kremlin leader's secret to success? Von Christian Neef und Matthias Schepp

How Putin Outfoxed the West - REUTERS

Opinion Tough on Russia, Easy on America

When it comes to their approach to foreign policy with Russia, German Chancellor Merkel and President Gauck aren't messing around. Perhaps it has to do with their backgrounds in East Germany. They show the US significantly more leniency. Von Jakob Augstein

Tough on Russia, Easy on America - DPA

Angie Abroad What Merkel's Win Means for Berlin's Allies

Foreign policy has never been one of Angela Merkel's strong suits. But several German allies will be watching closely to see how the chancellor might use her new-found power on the international stage.

What Merkel's Win Means for Berlin's Allies - Getty Images

Welcome Money? Rumor Lures Chechen Refugees to Germany

In recent months, a huge number of Russians have applied for asylum in Germany -- most of them from Chechnya. German authorities are baffled, but insiders in Russia say it all started with a rumor. Von Benjamin Bidder und Christina Hebel

Rumor Lures Chechen Refugees to Germany - AP

In the 'Land of the Enemy' Spies Strain German-Russian Ties

A pair of Russian agents was convicted on Tuesday of spying in Germany for more than 20 years. Russian President Vladimir Putin is personally conducting the negotiations for a potential exchange, but now a new case is straining German-Russian relations. Von Fidelius Schmid und Holger Stark

Spies Strain German-Russian Ties - DPA

Punishing the Needy Russian NGO Law Hurts Nazi Victims

Many Russians who survived World War II, Nazi concentration camps, forced labor and postwar persecution depend on aid from foreign NGOs. Vladimir Putin's new law labelling such groups as "foreign agents" could strip them of needed help. Von Matthias Schepp

Obama's Nuclear Push Moscow Fears Loss of World Power Status

A world without nuclear weapons? It's a nearly inconceivable scenario for the Kremlin, even if its arsenal costs Russia billions each year. Since the break-up of the Soviet Union, the country has suffered a major drop in influence. Now it's doing all it can to cling to the geopolitical power it has left. Von Benjamin Bidder

Moscow Fears Loss of World Power Status - AFP

Breaking a Taboo German-Russian Relations Hit a Deep Chill

The relationship between Berlin and Moscow has been strained for some time. But German President Joachim Gauck's recent public admonition of his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin seems to have sunk the two countries into a new diplomatic ice age. Von Christiane Hoffmann, Ralf Neukirch und Matthias Schepp

German-Russian Relations Hit a Deep Chill - AP

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