German Defence Minister Christine Lambrecht called on the West to better protect themselves from Russia as she commissioned the command staff of the German brigade that will provide increased protection on NATO’s eastern flank. “It is clear that we in …
German culture minister slams Iranian repression as protests rage on
German Culture Minister Claudia Roth has slammed the headscarf mandate for women in Iran as a sign of repression, as demonstrations continue to rage throughout the nation after the death of a woman in custody for failing to follow the Islamic dress cod…
Putin orders secret service to guard Crimea bridge after blast
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree ordering the FSB secret service to tighten controls over the Crimean bridge that was damaged by a huge blast earlier on Saturday. “The FSB will be given powers to organize and coordinate protective m…
Far-right rally in Berlin attacks Russian sanctions, energy policy
Several thousand supporters of the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) turned out for an anti-government protest on Saturday in front of the Reichstag building, home to the lower house of parliament, before moving through Berlin’s city centre…
German Social Democrats optimistic a day before Lower Saxony vote
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited the north-western state of Lower Saxony on Saturday one day ahead of regional elections in which his Social Democrats (SPD) are expecting to edge out their conservative rivals. The Social Democrats were confident a…
Leverkusen beat Schalke 4-0 on Alonso’s debut as Klassiker awaits
Xabi Alonso made an excellent winning start as Bayern Leverkusen coach after a 4-0 home victory over Schalke in the Bundesliga on Saturday. Moussa Diaby blasted home his first of the season from 20 metres for 14th-placed Leverkusen and wing back Jeremi…
Pogacar wins in Lombardy again as Nibali and Valverde end careers
Twice Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar won the Tour of Lombardy for a second straight year on Saturday as top names Alejandro Valverde and Vincenzo Nibali retired from the sport. The Slovenian sealed victory after the 253-kilometre ride from Berga…
Leverkusen beat Schalke 4-0 on Alonso’s debut
Xabi Alonso made an excellent winning start as Bayern Leverkusen coach after a 4-0 home victory over Schalke in the Bundesliga on Saturday. Moussa Diaby blasted home his first of the season from 20 metres for 14th-placed Leverkusen and wing back Jeremi…
German culture minister slams headscarf as repressive symbol in Iran
German Culture Minister Claudia Roth has slammed the headscarf mandate for women in Iran as a sign of repression, as demonstrations continue to rage throughout the nation following the death of a woman in custody for failing to follow the Islamic dress…
German culture minister slams scarf as symbol of repression in Iran
German Culture Minister Claudia Roth has slammed the headscarf mandate for women in Iran as a sign of repression, as demonstrations continue to rage throughout the nation following the death of a woman in custody for failing to follow dress regulations…