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FC Schalke 04 Ends Bundesliga Drought with Narrow Win. After three years away, FC Schalke 04 clinches promotion with a 1-0 victory over Fortuna Düsseldorf, sparking massive celebrations in Gelsenkirchen.

German Industry Slams Government Over Economic Policy Failures. Industry leaders and economists criticize the government's handling of high energy costs, bureaucracy, and labor shortages amid growing economic challenges.

US to Pull 5,000 Troops from Germany, Stirring Strategic Concerns. The planned US troop withdrawal raises questions about security and economic impacts for both nations as 5,000 soldiers leave within a year in a major military realignment.

Middle East Conflict Hits German Firms as Thyssenkrupp Halts Steel Sale Talks. German businesses face mounting strain from the Middle East crisis, with Thyssenkrupp suspending steel division sale discussions amid market uncertainty and restructuring.

Chancellor Merz Faces Historic Low Approval and Rising Opposition Support. Public dissatisfaction puts pressure on Merz’s coalition government, with polls showing a shift toward opposition parties and coalition stability in doubt.