Germany and Europe

Israel is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its independence. German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Federal Foreign Minister Heiko Maas deliver their congratulations and take the opportunity to look back on German-Israeli relations.

Will Germany and France give new impetus to the renewal of the EU? That's what expert Henrik Enderlein thinks.

The German president has warned of worsening relations between Russia and the West.

There are millions of refugees around the world. Many of them set off for Europe in hope of a better life, but those hopes can’t be fulfilled.

Chancellor Angela Merkel set the course for her fourth reign in the German Bundestag.

Heiko Maas is the new German Federal Foreign Minister. The SPD politician emphasises Germany’s growing responsibility in the world.

Over 40 percent female, but no German-Turks: DW takes a closer look at Chancellor Angela Merkel's new cabinet.

Why Europeans need to engage in a self-critical examination of their own values and the future of Europe.

International voices on Angela Merkel’s re-election as Chancellor

Introducing the ministers in the new Grand Coalition.

How the grand coalition wants to shape Germany’s future and engage with the world. The most important points in the coalition agreement on Europe, foreign policy and migration.