The prospect of a strong performance by the far-right Alternative for Germany party in two state elections is only one of the problems for Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Author: CHRISTOPHER F. SCHUETZE
Solingen, Germany, Becomes Reluctant Symbol of Migration Battles
After the fatal stabbing, which prosecutors say was committed by a Syrian who was rejected for asylum, the city of Solingen finds itself at the center of a longstanding debate over migrants.
German Prosecutor Says Islamic State Terrorist Link Is Suspected in Festival Stabbings
The police say they have arrested a man they believe killed three people and wounded eight others at a festival in the town of Solingen, in western Germany.
New Arrest Made in Knife Attack That Left 3 Dead in Germany
The authorities announced the end of a manhunt, nearly a day after the attack, which happened Friday night at a festival in the city of Solingen.
Knife Attack in Germany Kills at Least 3 at Solingen Festival
The attack took place in Solingen during a celebration of the 650th anniversary of the city’s founding. Eight people were wounded.
3rd Teenager Arrested Over Planned Attack on Taylor Swift’s Vienna Concerts
The authorities said the 18-year-old was connected to the main suspect and had recently sworn allegiance to the Islamic State.
Germany Promised to Step Up Militarily. Its Budget Says Differently.
After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chancellor Olaf Scholz vowed a revolution in defense strategy. But the math is not adding up.
AfD Politician Björn Höcke Fined Again for Using Nazi Slogan
In his ruling against Björn Höcke, the judge said it was “essential that we counter the danger of old Nazi-era symbols from becoming acceptable again.”
Far-Right Politician Attacked With Box Cutter in Germany
The authorities said the attack did not appear to be targeted. But it came days after members of an anti-Islam group were stabbed in the same city, raising fears about violence before E.U. elections.
Floods Break Dams and Submerge Highways in Southern Germany
Several towns declared states of emergency and evacuated citizens as water submerged streets and highways and derailed a high-speed train.