Jan 06: Severe Winter Storms and Political Turmoil in Germany

January 06, 2026 06:17

About this episode

Germany grapples with a severe winter storm disrupting travel and infrastructure, while a political crisis unfolds in Brandenburg following a coalition collapse. CDU leader Friedrich Merz raises alarms about the economic outlook amidst these challenges.

00:00 - Germany Today
00:35 - Severe Winter Storm Brings Freezing Temperatures and Disruptions Across Germany
01:41 - Severe Winter Storms and Freezing Conditions Grip Germany, Halting Travel and Threatening Infrastructure
02:37 - Berlin Blackout: Residents Endure Freezing Nights Amid Ongoing Emergency Repairs
03:53 - Coalition Government Collapse in Brandenburg as SPD and BSW Split
04:56 - CDU Leader Friedrich Merz Warns of Critical Economic Challenges and Urges Political Action to Restore Trust
06:04 - Finishing up

Severe Winter Storms and Freezing Conditions Grip Germany, Halting Travel and Threatening Infrastructure
Severe Winter Storm Brings Freezing Temperatures and Disruptions Across Germany
Berlin Blackout: Residents Endure Freezing Nights Amid Ongoing Emergency Repairs
CDU Leader Friedrich Merz Warns of Critical Economic Challenges and Urges Political Action to Restore Trust
Coalition Government Collapse in Brandenburg as SPD and BSW Split

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