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Germany to Crack Down on Russia with New Sanctions After Drone Attack. Following a drone strike at Leipzig Airport, Germany announces plans for stricter sanctions and security upgrades targeting Russia.

Record 2026 Heatwave Puts Germany’s Climate Policies Under Spotlight. Germany’s unprecedented heatwave in 2026 severely affects health and agriculture, sparking urgent debates about climate policy challenges.

AfD Widens Lead Across Social Groups Ahead of Sachsen-Anhalt Vote. The AfD surges past the CDU in Sachsen-Anhalt, fueled by immigration concerns, as it gains support from all key social groups.

Germany’s Inflation Rises Moderately in August, Defying Expectations. Inflation ticks up to 2.9% in August 2026 amid mixed economic signals, with slower growth and weaker jobs data influencing the outlook.

DFB-Pokal First Round Highlights Underdog Osnabrück vs. Bayern Clash. Osnabrück embraces the underdog role against Bayern while Dortmund navigates injuries and lineup shifts in the opening DFB-Pokal matches.