Post-Covid inflation rise leaves toxic legacy for governments across rich economies
Opposition leader in pole position to become chancellor will inherit controversial ‘debt brake’
History, political culture and social conditions of the former communist region repay close attention
Bringing the ballot forward would pave the way for snap elections in January
US stocks rallied after Donald Trump’s election victory, but inflation fears hang over bonds
The implosion of Olaf Scholz’s coalition is badly timed but inevitable
Chancellor abandons years-long reticence to go against political allies
Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces growing pressure from politicians and business to commit to January vote
Bloc gathers in Budapest at summit hosted by Brussels’ antagonist Viktor Orbán
An eloquent analysis of the country’s economic struggles argues that long-term political culture is to blame
Paralysis in Berlin is a big reason the EU is ill-prepared for Donald Trump’s return
Departure of Christian Lindner marks the end of the country’s unpopular three-party administration
Voters make their choice in historic election
Prosecutors say group inspired by Nazi ideology planned to seize control of eastern regions and carry out ethnic cleansing
All three of the country’s major industries are in crisis, and the economy is flatlining. Are politicians finally waking up?
‘This is the worst possible time for the government to fail,’ says Robert Habeck on eve of US elections
Leftist politician Sahra Wagenknecht has emerged as kingmaker in Germany’s eastern regional governments
Chancellor Olaf Scholz snubs partners, fuelling speculation of early elections in spring
Also in this newsletter: why two rival business summits spell trouble for the German government’s unity
Russia is escalating its aggression even as western leaders debate Nato membership for Kyiv and a negotiated ceasefire
Gloomier economic predictions will increase budgetary strains and government coalition tensions
Two revealing historical books show how the Soviet bloc weaponised space exploration and biochemistry during the cold war
Frank-Walter Steinmeier speaks out as fears over potential Donald Trump second term haunt Joe Biden’s visit to Berlin
Former Italian PM recommended abolishing ‘georeturn’ principle in report to European Commission
It’s in Brussels’ interests for Paris and Berlin to find a way to work together again
