The military doctor, who was among the influx of refugees who entered Germany from Syria, is accused of torturing opponents of the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.
Author: CHRISTOPHER F. SCHUETZE
Fears of Toxic Smoke After an Industrial Explosion in Germany
An explosion and fire at a waste plant in Leverkusen was declared an “extreme threat.” At least one person was confirmed dead, 16 workers were injured and four more were missing.
Elite German Police Unit Disbanded Over Far-Right Group Chat
The move against the unit in Frankfurt is the latest by German authorities to clamp down on a rise in far-right networks in several state security units and in the military.
In Germany, an Early Covid Vaccine Shot Comes With Disapproving Looks
Vaccination brings greater freedoms. That has tempted some people to try the most un-German of activities: cutting in line.
Germany to Open AstraZeneca Vaccine to Everyone 18 and Older
The government is also recommending that doctors be allowed to give a second dose before the recommended 12 weeks in order to speed up vaccinations.
German Police Arrest Man With Right-Wing Links Over Death Threats
The suspect is accused of sending menacing letters to well-known progressives, including a lawyer, a politician and a comedian.
German Intelligence to Surveil Coronavirus Deniers
The country’s domestic intelligence agency says it will create a new department to deal with extremism among conspiracy theorists.
Germany Looks Into Covid Deniers’ Links With Far Right
The country’s domestic intelligence agency is monitoring a protest group which, in rallying against restrictions and spreading conspiracy theories, has found common cause with extremists.