Politics How Hillary Walsh Moved From Practicing Immigration Law to Influencing It Hillary Walsh did not begin with the intention of shaping immigration law. Her early work looked like that of many attorneys stepping April 20, 2026
Politics Berlin and Paris Ask Brussels for Fast New Powers to Answer Chinese Trade Pressure Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron have asked Ursula von der Leyen for a tool that could limit access to the single market October 6, 2026
Politics Merz Arrives in Kyiv by Train With Drones, Cash and a Warning for Putin The chancellor made an unannounced trip to Kyiv with business leaders and new pledges on drones, weapons production and power plant repairs, October 6, 2026
Politics Brussels Says AfD Win Gives No Grounds to Freeze Saxony-Anhalt’s EU Money Posts claiming the EU will cut funding to Saxony-Anhalt after the AfD's election win have no basis, according to the European Commission October 6, 2026
Politics Markus Soder Keeps Bavaria At The Centre Of German Politics The Bavarian premier remains one of the most visible and quotable figures in the country’s public life. September 15, 2026
Politics Olaf Scholz And The Quiet Style Of German Power The former chancellor’s understated approach continues to shape how his legacy is debated. September 15, 2026
Politics Annalena Baerbock Steps Onto A Wider Stage The former German foreign minister continues to be a significant figure in the country’s political life. September 15, 2026
Politics State Election in Saxony-Anhalt Reshapes the Political Landscape Voters delivered a result that will complicate the formation of a government. September 7, 2026
Politics Merz Government Opens a Decisive Autumn of Reforms The coalition sets an agenda focused on pensions, care and the economy. September 7, 2026
Politics Parental-Leave Proposals Become a Flashpoint in the Reform Debate Plans to adjust family benefits draw debate as parliament returns. September 7, 2026
Politics US Launches ‘Operation Economic Outcast’ to Cut Off Iran’s Revenue The US Treasury unveiled a sweeping campaign to sever Iran's economic lifelines across five sectors. August 31, 2026