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A Look at the Worst Mistakes Germany Made in the Coronavirus Pandemic - Dominik Asbach / laif

Taking Stock A Look at the Worst Mistakes Germany Made in the Coronavirus Pandemic

From the tens of thousands of unnecessary deaths, to neglected children and a helpless vaccination campaign, German politicians deserve poor marks in many aspects of the coronavirus pandemic. Experts look back at the worst mistakes made and offer advice for the autumn. By Rafaela von Bredow und Veronika Hackenbroch

A "Toxic Environment" and Allegations of Sexual Misconduct - Margrit Schmidt

Scandal at Germany's Leading Jewish College A "Toxic Environment" and Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

Accusations of sexual harassment have rocked Germany's leading rabbinical training center. The allegations have shined the spotlight on one of the country's most influential Jewish officials. By Juliane Löffler

Did a Berlin Dentist Swindle Moscow Out of Millions? - [M] Ole Schleef / DER SPIEGEL: Paul Glaser / picture alliance / ZB; Kay Nietfeld / picture alliance / dpa; DER SPIEGEL (3)

Bogus Deals Involving Russian Property Did a Berlin Dentist Swindle Moscow Out of Millions?

A dentist and his Ukrainian mistress allegedly used forged Kremlin powers of attorney to sell Russian government-owned properties worth millions. Investigators, intelligence services and diplomats are now puzzling over the bizarre case.

"There Are Moments When I Am Also Unsure" - Andreas Chudowski / DER SPIEGEL

Inteview with German Foreign Minister Baerbock "There Are Moments When I Am Also Unsure"

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock of the Green Party had been hoping to pursue a feminist foreign policy. Now, she has become a proponent of weapons deliveries to Ukraine. In an interview, she explains how those two things are not mutually exclusive. Interview Conducted By Melanie Amann, Christoph Schult und Severin Weiland

Germany's Greens Have Transformed in the Face of Russia's War - SAMSON / DER SPIEGEL

From Peaceniks To Hawks? Germany's Greens Have Transformed in the Face of Russia's War

The Greens have long been regarded as peace-loving idealists. They are now among the loudest voices calling for heavy weapons to be delivered to Ukraine and have placed considerable pressure on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to do so. The pacifists of yore have gone quiet and now the talk is of tanks and howitzers.

What You Need To Know To Study at a German University - Britta Pedersen / dpa

Academic FAQ for Ukrainian Refugees What You Need To Know To Study at a German University

Navigating proof of language skills, student loans and the Bologna Process: We've gathered some helpful tips for young refugees from Ukraine who want to study at German universities. By Tanya Falenczyk

Newly Released Documents Shed Fresh Light on NATO's Eastward Expansion - Frank Darchinger

Bonn-Moscow Ties Newly Released Documents Shed Fresh Light on NATO's Eastward Expansion

In 1991, German Chancellor Helmut Kohl wanted to prevent the eastward expansion of NATO and Ukrainian independence, according to newly released files from the archive of the German Foreign Ministry. Was he trying to assuage Moscow? By Klaus Wiegrefe

Germany Expected to Announce Tank Deliveries to Ukraine - Sven Eckelkamp / IMAGO

Support for Kyiv Germany Expected to Announce Tank Deliveries to Ukraine

The German government is expected to announce on Tuesday that it will deliver "Gepard" tanks to Ukraine, DER SPIEGEL has learned. The move comes amid growing calls in parliament to send heavy weapon systems to Kyiv in response to criticism that Berlin has been too hesitant in helping.

It's Time for Scholz To Stand Up To Russian Aggression - CLEMENS BILAN / POOL / EPA

The German Chancellor and the War in Ukraine It's Time for Scholz To Stand Up To Russian Aggression A DER SPIEGEL Editorial By Steffen Klusmann

Criticism of Olaf Scholz's handling of the war in Ukraine and his refusal to supply heavy weapons refuses to die down, and he is plummeting in the polls. Is the Social Democrat the right chancellor for times like these?

"There Cannot Be a Nuclear War" - Andreas Chudowski / DER SPIEGEL

A DER SPIEGEL Interview with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz "There Cannot Be a Nuclear War"

In an interview with DER SPIEGEL, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz discusses arms deliveries to Ukraine and growing calls for Berlin to supply heavy weapons. He also talks about why he has been hesitant to act in this crisis and addresses critical questions about his party's policies toward Russia in the past. A DER SPIEGEL Interview Conducted By Melanie Amann und Martin Knobbe

Discontent Grows in Berlin over Chancellor's Ukraine Response - Andreas Chudowski / DER SPIEGEL

The Scholz Problem Discontent Grows in Berlin over Chancellor's Ukraine Response

Germany's chancellor is coming under increasing pressure for his restrained Ukraine policies – in Brussels, but also in Berlin. A revolt has even begun within his own coalition, with calls growing louder for the country to supply Kyiv with heavy weapons.

Foreign Minister Baerbock Takes Advantage of Her Second Chance - Norman Konrad / laif

Germany's New Leading Woman Foreign Minister Baerbock Takes Advantage of Her Second Chance

Following a run for the Chancellery mired with problems, the Green Party's Annalena Baerbock is now in the spotlight as foreign minister. She had hoped to establish a more feminist foreign policy, but is that possible in times of war? By Susanne Beyer, Valerie Höhne, Jonas Schaible und Christoph Schult

"I Still Hoped that Putin Possessed a Remnant of Rationality" - Dominik Butzmann / DER SPIEGEL

German President Steinmeier on the War in Ukraine "I Still Hoped that Putin Possessed a Remnant of Rationality"

In a DER SPIEGEL interview, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier admits to having misjudged Russian President Vladimir Putin. He discusses his country's sanctions regime and how dramatically the invasion has changed European realities. Interview Conducted by Melanie Amann und Veit Medick

German Intelligence Intercepts Radio Traffic Discussing the Murder of Civilians - Roman Pilipey / epa

Possible Evidence of Russian Atrocities German Intelligence Intercepts Radio Traffic Discussing the Murder of Civilians

The images of the murdered civilians in Bucha shocked the world. DER SPIEGEL has learned that German intelligence intercepted radio traffic from suspected perpetrators. It appears that such atrocities were part of the strategy of Putin's army. By Melanie Amann, Matthias Gebauer und Fidelius Schmid

Germany's Chancellor Opts for a Low Profile at a Moment of Crisis - Illustration: Tim O'Brien / DER SPIEGEL

Where's Olaf? Germany's Chancellor Opts for a Low Profile at a Moment of Crisis

In the immediate aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz discarded decades of German foreign policy tradition and upended his own party's approach to Russia. Since then? Crickets. By Melanie Amann und Martin Knobbe

Merkel's Legacy on Russia Casts a Shadow over Her Party - Guido Bergmann / BPA / laif

A Few Sanctions and That Was It Merkel's Legacy on Russia Casts a Shadow over Her Party

Angela Merkel knew how brutal Vladimir Putin could be. But under her leadership, Germany became increasingly dependent on Russian natural gas. Her energy policy errors are now weighing heavily on the country. By Florian Gathmann, Dirk Kurbjuweit und Gerald Traufetter

Germany Revisits 2015 as Ukraine Refugee Wave Continues to Grow - Hannibal Hanschke / Getty Images

»The Largest Challenges Lie Ahead« Germany Revisits 2015 as Ukraine Refugee Wave Continues to Grow

Europe is currently experiencing the largest movement of refugees since World War II. The willingness to help is vast and armies of volunteers are helping out as governments begin mobilizing resources. But will it be enough?

Germany's Economy Minister Goes Shopping - Qatar Amiri Diwan / AP

Reducing Reliance on Russia Germany's Economy Minister Goes Shopping

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck traveled to the Persian Gulf over the weekend to negotiate liquid natural gas deals that can help reduce his country's reliance on fossil fuels from Russia. By Gerald Traufetter in Qatar

It's Time for Germany to Implement an Oil Embargo - Gordon Welters / laif

Sanctions Against Putin It's Time for Germany to Implement an Oil Embargo A DER SPIEGEL Editorial By Mathieu von Rohr

Germany has made massive changes to foreign and security policy to confront the Russian invasion of Ukraine. But it's not enough. An oil embargo is the logical next step.

Inside Germany's Foreign and Security Policy Revolution - Bildgehege / IMAGO; Maxim Dondyuk / DER SPIEGEL

Standing Up to Putin Inside Germany's Foreign and Security Policy Revolution

The Russian attack on Ukraine has led Germany to reverse decades of foreign and security policy. Suddenly, Europe's pacifist giant has been forced to adopt a more military posture. Inside the country's epochal shift.

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