Fears grow that Russia will further reduce gas supplies to the largest economy in Europe. Germany declares stage 2 when there is a high likelihood of long-term gas supply shortages. The nation’s energy security continues to be protected, but “the situation is tense”. Germany has entered phase 2 of its three-phase gas emergency plan, as … Read more
The first shipment of heavy weapons promised by Berlin has been delivered to Ukraine, according to the country’s defence minister Russia, and Ukraine have begged the West to supply more and stronger artillery. The United States, Britain, France, Norway, and Poland are additional nations that have given Ukraine self-propelled and towed howitzers. The first shipment … Read more
Germany will experience a recession, while Italy said it would consider providing financial support to help companies fill gas storage the EU relied on Russia for up to 40% of its gas needs; this percentage rose to 55% for Germany, The BDI industrial association in Germany on Tuesday reduced its economic growth prediction for 2022 … Read more
Energy is at the heart of a financial fight between Russia and the West over Ukraine. “This is another aspect,” Habeck said. “This methodology can’t be permitted to succeed.” Germany Economy Minister Habeck said diminished supplies added to monetary assault and part of Russian President Putin’s arrangement. The EU depended on Russia for as much … Read more
EU ministers back making war-torn Ukraine “candidate status” to join the bloc. The move comes ahead of a summit expected to approve the move later this week. EU is set to impose conditions on Ukraine and Moldova over judicial reforms and tackling corruption. EU ministers backed making war-torn Ukraine “candidate status” to join the bloc … Read more
Industry group warns that if Russian gas supplies totally stop, Germany will enter recession. Sweden joins a growing list of European countries implementing emergency plans to deal with energy supply problem. Nord Stream 1 pipeline under the Baltic is only operating at 40% capacity, according to Moscow. An industry group warned on Tuesday that if … Read more
The Nordic countries’ membership applications to NATO have been stalled after Ankara’s objections. Any NATO membership deal must be unanimously approved by all 30 members, and now fears are mounting that Turkey could delay their bids indefinitely. Sweden’s foreign minister has told Swedish media that “we should be prepared for this to take some time”. … Read more
The Netherlands says it will lift all restrictions on coal-fired power plants to compensate for a drop in Russian gas supplies. Russia halted gas supplies to the Netherlands after Dutch energy firm GasTerra refused to pay in rubles following the Ukraine crisis. The Dutch government also issued an “urgent appeal” to businesses and companies to … Read more
Germany is strongly reliant on Russian gas to power its homes and heavy industry. Germany has managed to reduce Moscow’s share of imports from 55 percent to 35 percent. Russia’s state-owned energy company has provided clients with a remedy. Buyers may deposit euros or dollars into a Russian bank account, which would then convert the … Read more
Tajikistan’s authoritarian government has cracked down hard in recent weeks on the restive region. At least 17 people were killed and over 200 arrested during what the authorities call “an anti-terror operation”. Critics argue that the real aim of the crackdown is to crush local leaders. Mountainous Gorno-Badakhshan province in Tajikistan is home to a … Read more
Germany announces emergency measures to meet its energy needs following drop in Russian gas supplies. Coal-fired power plants will be used instead to generate electricity. Steps also include an “auction” system for the sale of gas to manufacturers. EU officials believe Moscow is punishing allies of Ukraine, where Russian forces launched an invasion. Germany announced … Read more
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says a recession is not “inevitable”. The comments come after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates, stoking worries. Skyrocketing prices and supply-chain bottlenecks made worse by the conflict in Ukraine A US recession is not “inevitable,” Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Sunday, only days after the US Federal Reserve … Read more
The BKA’s head claims that the organisation makes use of information from covert services, notably the BND intelligence service. For instance, the secret agency eavesdropped on Russian soldiers’ communications and overheard them discussing crimes against civilians. Germany’s top prosecutor is currently conducting a preliminary investigation before probing individual suspects. The material gathered from the intelligence … Read more
Europe’s reference natural gas price hits $137 per megawatt hour. EU wants gas storage infrastructures of its member states filled to 80%. EU countries are scrambling to wean themselves off Russian energy. With France becoming the latest country to be cut off from Russian natural gas, and supplies in Italy and Germany being drastically reduced, … Read more
A Russian man was charged in Munich with plotting to kill a Chechen dissident living in Germany. He allegedly plotted the murder on the orders of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. The trial comes as Germany and Western allies impose unprecedented sanctions against Russia. A Russian man was charged in Munich On Wednesday, with plotting to … Read more
The leaders of France, Germany and Italy boarded a train destined for Kyiv on Thursday. They will meet with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, who is seeking EU membership. The US has committed $1 billion in fresh arms for Ukraine’s beleaguered soldiers. The leaders of France, Germany, and Italy boarded a train destined for Kyiv on … Read more
Germany’s race to stockpile gas ahead of the winter is taking place in the Bavarian Alps. The former Bierwang natural gas field in Unterreit is one of Germany’s largest underground. It can hold more than 800 million cubic metres of gas — enough to power Munich for 8 months. Germany races to wean itself from … Read more
Four suspected members or sympathizers of the Islamic State group detained in Germany and Switzerland. The suspects are charged with “participation in or support for the outlawed organization In Germany, a man was detained in the western town of Roemerberg, federal prosecutors said. Four suspected members or sympathizers of the Islamic State group were detained … Read more
Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the president of Ukraine, urged German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to express unwavering support for Kyiv, accusing Scholz of being overly concerned about the implications for Berlin’s relations with Moscow. Scholz, like the other two leaders, denies the allegations. He has so far turned down invitations to visit Kyiv, stating he would only travel … Read more
Four people injured in a knife attack on a university campus in Germany. Three women and one man were injured. A bloodstain was visible on the ground outside one campus building. Four people were injured in a knife attack on a university campus in Germany on Friday, According to police, and the perpetrator has been … Read more
A man allegedly stabbed a woman and a 7-year-old girl with a knife at an elementary school in Esslingen, near Stuttgart. The incident occurred at 8 a.m. on Friday. Both were sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. A man allegedly stabbed a woman and a 7-year-old girl with a knife at an elementary … Read more
Enrico Maassen to be Augsburg new head coach next season. The 38-year-old replaces Markus Weinzierl. Augsburg have reportedly paid Dortmund a transfer fee of 300,000 euros ($321,994). Augsburg confirmed Wednesday that Enrico Maassen will be their head coach next season after plucking the 38-year-old from Bundesliga rivals Borussia Dortmund. Maassen has coached Dortmund’s Under-23 team … Read more
Mykhaylo criticizes Merkel for deepening Europe’s reliance on Russian energy. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a “watershed moment”. Merkel’s successor has pledged to invest $107 billion to modernize military. Ukraine criticized former German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s comments on Wednesday, saying she was not naive in her dealings with Russian President Vladimir Putin. During her 16 … Read more
Iran disconnects some UN nuclear watchdog’s cameras monitoring nuclear sites. Western nations accused Iran of failing to cooperate with IAEA. Britain, France, and Germany urge Iran to “stop escalating its nuclear program. Iran disconnected some of the UN nuclear watchdog’s cameras monitoring its nuclear sites on Wednesday, according to its atomic energy agency, after Western … Read more
Italy’s foreign minister warns that millions of people could die of hunger unless Russia opens Ukraine’s ports. Italy is hosting a conference on the global food crisis with Turkey, Lebanon and Germany. Millions of children could be “held hostage and condemned to death,” Di Maio says. Luigi Di Maio, foreign minister of Italy, warned that … Read more
Germany deservedly drove through Jonas Hofmann’s 50th-minute exertion yet couldn’t polish England off. Harry Kane evened out in the 88th moment in the wake of being stumbled nearby. Kane was not to be denied however and he beat Jordan Pickford with a strong, marginally redirected shot from the edge of the punishment. In the wake … Read more
German world number three Alexander Zverev went through a medical procedure on Tuesday after he had to resign from his French Open semi-last against Rafa Nadal last week. The 20-year-old suffered torn tendons in his right lower leg and will miss the rest of the season. Zverev was following 7-6(8) 6-6 against Nadal when he … Read more
Nicolo Barella and Lorenzozo Pellegrini scored as Italy beat Hungary 2-1. Gianluca Mancini’s own goal pulled a goal back for Hungary. Italy now have four points from two matches after drawing 1-1 with Germany. England play Italy in a repeat of the Euro 2020 final next month. European heroes Italy beat Hungary 2-1 to move … Read more
