Germany

Herzog and German Chancellor watch release of Edan Alexander

At the end of their meeting, the Israeli President and the Chancellor of Germany watched together the release of Edan Alexander, after 584 days in Hamas captivity.

Presidents of Israel and Germany honor Holocaust victims

Israeli President Isaac Herzog and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier held an emotional memorial ceremony at Berlin’s Grunewald station, where tens of thousands of Jews were deported to Nazi death camps.

Pres. Herzog:

We'll bring them all back, no matter what passport they have

Israeli President Isaac Herzog says hostages must come home before Israel can move forward, urges 'clear, united front' declaring Hamas' actions are unacceptable.

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‘Hatikvah’ in German presidential palace as Pres. Herzog arrives

Israel's President Isaac Herzog receives official honor guard welcome in Berlin during state visit, with Israel’s national anthem played at the German presidential residence.

Pending court ruling

German spy agency halts 'extremist' label for AfD

Germany's domestic intelligence agency pauses its classification of the AfD as a right-wing extremist group, awaiting a court decision. AfD leaders welcome the development.

After tense vote:

Friedrich Merz secures German Chancellorship

Friedrich Merz clinches German chancellorship in a second-round vote, overcoming a historic first-ballot setback.

Israeli goalkeeper wins German soccer championship

Two years after moving to Germany, Daniel Peretz has won his first championship in his career with the German club Bayern Munich.

Germany labels AfD a far-right extremist group

Germany’s intelligence service officially classifies the AfD as a right-wing extremist party, enabling nationwide surveillance.

Germany appoints first Jewish minister in over a century

For the first time in more than a hundred years, a Jewish minister has been elected to the government of Germany to serve as minister of Education. In the past, she signed a letter opposing the academic boycott of Israel.

Foreign Ministry:

'Some details Germany unfortunately left out'

Israel's Foreign Ministry corrected a tweet from its opposite number from Germany condemning the bombing of a Gazan hospital.

Dozens arrested

European Hezbollah drone network dismantled

Authorities uncover massive logistics operation supplying Hezbollah with drone components across Spain, Germany, France, and the UK.

Germany: Far-right party won't be part of coalition

German parties form government that excludes AfD, far-right party that worries many Jews.

Germany:

Convicted former Nazi camp secretary dies at 99

Irmgard Furchner, the 99-year-old former secretary at the Stutthof concentration camp, has died. She was convicted in Germany in 2022 for complicity in over 10,000 deaths.

Berlin and Tel Aviv-Jaffa to sign twin cities agreement

Tel Aviv-Jaffa Mayor Ron Huldai, Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner, announce twin cities agreement, marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel.

Germany needs an organized pro-Israel community

This is the only way to combat the government’s attacks on Jerusalem, a government which claims to have learned the lessons of the Holocaust by embracing the role of moral policemen tasked with preventing “their victims from relapsing.” Opinion.

Over antisemitism

Berlin orders expulsion of four foreign activists

Berlin authorities order the expulsion of three EU citizens and an American over alleged antisemitism and support for terrorism after participating in pro-Palestinian Arab protests. The activists claim the move is a political crackdown.

In Germany

Captivity survivor criticizes Red Cross

Ohad Ben Ami, who was released in the most recent hostage deal, arrives at the German Parliament and meets with the German President: "I ask you to help us bring everyone home."

Germany:

Demand to cancel Al Quds day march in Frankfurt

Pro-Israel organizations warn that the event is not a cultural affair but a blatant display of anti-semitism.

Calls for stability

Germany reopens embassy in Damascus

Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock reopens her country’s embassy in Damascus, marking the first time in 13 years that Germany has had a diplomatic presence in Syria.

Iran summons European envoys over UN nuclear meeting

Iran summons diplomats from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to protest UN Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program, which Iran says is "provocative and political".

Report:

German intelligence had evidence COVID leaked from Wuhan lab

German media reports that the BND had intelligence from China in 2020 that the coronavirus pandemic began when the virus leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology.

Is Russia planning to attack another European country?

Head of Germany's intelligence service says Putin may 'examine NATO's Article 5', which states attacking a NATO member constitutes an attack against all members.

France, Germany, Italy, and UK back Arab Gaza plan

Foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy, and Britain say Arab-backed plan for the reconstruction of Gaza "shows a realistic path to reconstruction".

Germany:

Trial begins for suspected Hamas members over weapons smuggling

Trial commences in Germany for four individuals accused of being members of Hamas and suspected of orchestrating weapons stockpiles across Europe.

Iran, European powers hold nuclear talks in Geneva

Iran holds discussions with Germany, France, and Britain regarding its nuclear program. Senior Iranian diplomat says both sides "exchanged views on nuclear and sanctions lifting issues" and agreed to continue talks.

ICC arrest warrant:

Germany’s incoming leader stands by Netanyahu

Germany's likely next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, invites Netanyahu for a visit, says arrangements would be made to prevent Netanyahu from being arrested.

Left-wing German party demands recount following loss

Sahra Wagenknecht, leader of Germany's left-wing BSW party, has requested a recount after her party failed to pass the electoral threshold.

Germany’s Election:

Merz wins, AfD surges in historic far-right gain

Germany’s conservative opposition leader, Friedrich Merz, secures victory in national election, while Alternative for Germany (AfD) achieves strongest showing for German far-right since World War II.

German authorities:

Berlin Holocaust Memorial stabbing suspect planned to ‘kill Jews’

Local authorities say 19-year-old Syrian who was arrested following Friday's stabbing attack at Berlin's Holocaust Memorial had been planning to "kill Jews". Initial investigations suggested "connections with the Middle East conflict."

Chechen arrested for planning attack on Israeli embassy

The German police have arrested an 18-year-old Chechen migrant suspected of planning a terrorist attack on the Israeli embassy in Berlin.

Berlin:

Man seriously injured in knife attack near Holocaust Memorial

Man sustains serious injuries following a knife attack near Berlin's Holocaust memorial. Suspect flees the scene, motive behind the attack remains unclear.

Munich ramming: Mother and daughter declared dead of injuries

Mother, 37, and her two-year-old daughter die of their injuries following ramming attack in Munich, Germany.

Munich car ramming injures 30, authorities investigate motive

Driver crashes into labor union demonstration in central Munich, injuring 30 people, including children. The suspect, an Afghan asylum-seeker, arrested at the scene.

In pre-election debate:

German Chancellor condemns Trump’s Gaza proposal as a ‘scandal’

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz strongly criticizes Trump’s idea that the US could take control of the Gaza Strip, calling it a “scandal” .

Rabbi in German Air Force:

Rabbi Balla to be German military's first chief rabbi in 90 years

Rabbi Balla joins the German army, 90 years after Hitler expelled Jewish soldiers. 'I want Jewish soldiers in German armed forces to know they have someone to approach,' he says.

Minister Porush to European powers: Stop protecting UNRWA

Minister of Jerusalem Affairs and Jewish Heritage Meir Porush criticizes statement by the Foreign Ministers of Britain, France, and Germany blasting Israel’s ban on UNRWA activities in eastern Jerusalem.

Elon Musk:

'There is too much focus on past guilt'

Elon Musk delivered a surprise address at a rally for the far-right German party AfD, urging Germans 'to be proud of their values'.

German Chancellor:

'Every single one of us bears responsibility for the Holocaust'

In poignant address marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz underscores the nation's enduring responsibility for the atrocities of the Holocaust.

Disturbing survey in France:

1 in 5 adults unsure they have heard of the Holocaust

Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany releases eight-country Index on Holocaust Knowledge and Awareness. 20% or more respondents in seven of eight countries surveyed believe 2 million or fewer Jews were murdered during the Holocaust.

2 killed, including toddler, in stabbing by Afghan man in Germany

Attacker followed children leaving daycare, murdered a 2-year-old boy and a 41-year-old man and wounded 2 others. Police say motive for attack under investigation.

German Chancellor:

'Germany must never turn the page on the Holocaust'

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz speaks at event marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz, acknowledges Germany’s historical responsibility for the atrocities committed during World War II.

Iranian FM:

'European powers committed to reviving nuclear negotiations'

After talks in Geneva with Britain, France and Germany, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the three appear committed to reviving nuclear negotiations: We felt the seriousness.

Germany:

Thousands protest against far-right AfD party

Thousands of demonstrators protest against Alternative for Germany, delaying the start of its convention.

On January 13:

Iran to hold nuclear talks with France, Britain, and Germany

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs stresses the talks in Geneva will be "consultations, not negotiations."

European elections shifting to the right

The upcoming German elections are poised to bring the conservative CDU back to power, signaling a shift in Europe towards right-leaning governments.

German court:

Ownership of 'Aryanized' home to be granted to Claims Conference

German woman who lives in home looted from Jews must give it up, judge rules.

Nazi hunter calls to stop putting Nazis on trial

Thomas Walther, a German lawyer known for his involvement in prosecuting Nazis, has called for an end to the prosecution of Nazi criminals.

2024's most popular baby name in Berlin: Mohammed

In the German cities of Berlin and Brandenburg, the Muslim name 'Mohammed' ranks as 2024's most popular name for baby boys.

German government collapses, sets date for elections

The government dissolved in the wake of a no-confidence vote in Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

J.D. Vance appears to defend Germany’s far-right AfD party

US President-elect J.D. Vance responds sarcastically to a comment criticizing Germany's far-right AfD party, sparking criticism from Jewish Democrat.

Germany:

Suspect in Christmas market attack faces multiple murder charges

Police confirm that 50-year-old psychiatrist from Saudi Arabia, accused of driving a car into crowds at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, faces charges of murder and attempted murder.

Elon Musk interfering in German elections?

Elon Musk endorses far-right German party: ‘Only the AfD can save Germany.’

Germany:

Car drives into Christmas market, at least 11 dead

Car drives into group of people at a Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg. Reports of at least 11 dead and as many as 80 injured. The driver, a man of Saudi origin, arrested.

European powers:

'No justification for Iran's uranium enrichment'

Britain, France, and Germany accuse Iran of amassing high enriched uranium to "unprecedented levels" without "any credible civilian justification".

Britain, France and Germany:

'We're ready to snap back Iran sanctions if needed'

Britain, France and Germany signal their preparedness to reinstate comprehensive international sanctions against Iran to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons.

'Serious act of violence'

Germany arrests three suspected Islamist extremists

German authorities say three suspected Islamist extremists were arrested with assault rifle, knives, and other items. The suspects were allegedly planning to attack Christmas markets in Frankfurt or Mannheim.

European countries freeze asylum requests from Syrian citizens

After fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, Germany and Austria announce freeze of applications from Syrians for asylum.

Israeli and German defense ministries hold strategic dialogue

Amid the current war and regional developments, Israeli and German defense ministries hold strategic dialogue to strengthen security-strategic cooperation between the countries.

German AfD party to dissolve and replace its youth wing

Far-right Alternative for Germany party announces its decision to dissolve and replace its youth wing which has been classified as an extremist group by German intelligence services.

Germany:

100-year-old former Nazi guard cleared to face trial

Higher regional court in Frankfurt overturns a lower court's ruling that Gregor Formanek, a 100-year-old former guard at Sachsenhausen, was unfit to stand trial.