Battling far-right extremism, Germany has gone further than any other Western democracy to prosecute individuals for what they say online, testing the limits of free speech on the internet.
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German Far-Right Politicians Cancel Trip to Russian-Occupied Part of Donbas
The planned visit by state politicians of the Alternative for Germany party was controversial, with critics saying it would chip away at national unity over Ukraine.
U.S. Shores Up Ukraine Aid as Energy Crisis in Europe Looms
The Biden administration is trying to keep its allies on board as the Russian invasion has sent energy prices soaring.
Germany Announces Holocaust Reparations and Fund for Ukraine
The country will pay $1.2 billion, including emergency aid for Holocaust survivors in Ukraine and, for the first time, remembrance education.
Ukraine’s Sudden Success Could Bolster Europe’s Support — and Morale
“It’s not for nothing.” Ukraine’s backers say that an offensive over the weekend shows Western military aid is helping, and that it’s time to supply more sophisticated weaponry.
Ukraine’s Advance in Northeast Renews Pressure on Germany to Help
Many weapons Germany promised Kyiv have yet to arrive. Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s government has not fully explained the delays.
EU Leaders Say Putin’s Gas Power Is Weakening
In Germany and elsewhere, leaders are growing more confident that months of work to stockpile and line up alternate energy sources may help them blunt Russia’s weaponization of exports.
How Will Ukraine Rebuild (and Who Should Pay)?
A report to Western donors before a major reconstruction conference next month urges quick decisions, phased investment and strict foreign oversight of any aid.
In Energy Crunch, Germany Turns Down Heat but Won’t Limit Autobahn Speeds
Putting general restrictions on the country’s storied highways is a simple step to save energy, carbon emissions and lives. But even with the Greens in power, the country is unlikely to take it.
Breaking Taboo, Germany Extends Life of 2 Nuclear Reactors
The step is intended to cushion a growing energy crisis in Europe but could upend the country’s plans to become the first industrial power to shutter its program.