Will Germany's aviation tax cut reduce airfares?
German lawmakers in the Bundestag on Thursday voted in favor of a proposal to cut aviation tax, raising hopes the move could make flying slightly cheaper in the country.
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Deutsche Welle's Alican Uludag Freed, Trial Continues
A court in Ankara on Thursday opened proceedings against Deutsche Welle reporter Alican Uludag, and released Uludag from detention while the case against him continued. The next court date is scheduled for September 18.
NATO jets scrambled after drone detected over Latvia
Latvia's military on Thursday reported at least one drone flying in the country's airspace, saying that NATO aircraft were activated to combat the apparent threat.
Paris Court Convicts Airbus and Air France Over 2009 Crash
A French court on Wednesday delivered a dramatic verdict against Airbus and Air France over France's worst air disaster, ruling that both companies were guilty of corporate manslaughter in the 2009 Rio-Paris plane crash off Brazil. Both companies have been ordered to pay the maximum fine of €225,000 ($260,971) each.
Montenegro at 20: EU Ambitions and Serbian Influence
On May 21, Montenegro will mark two decades since the historic referendum that paved the way for its secession from its state union with Serbia. The anniversary celebrations will take place in an atmosphere shaped by the country's reputation as the Western Balkans' "high achiever" in the EU accession process.
Germany Sees Surge in Online Child Abuse Cases
In a touching image, posted by influencers on the social media platform Instagram, a baby lies on its stomach, sleeping, arms and legs stretched out, relaxed. Parents publicly share photos like these along with emotional and intimate moments of their children, garnering significant attention, likes and followers. But are such photos actually good for the child?
Two Germans Arrested in Alleged China Espionage Case
Investigators on Wednesday arrested two Munich residents on suspicion of spying for China, the Office of the Federal Prosecutor (Generalbundesanwaltschaft) said . The suspects are a married couple with German citizenship, identified as Xuejun C. and Hua S.. What are the couple accused of?
Turkey's trial of DW reporter threatens press freedom
DW correspondent Alican Uludag, accused of publicly insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, spreading misleading information and disparaging state institutions in a total of 22 social media posts, will appear in court for the first time on Thursday. Uludag was arrested at his apartment in Ankara on February 19 and transferred to Istanbul, where he was placed in pre-trial detention.
Germany plans €10 billion civil defense upgrade
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt is putting his words into action. In September last year, the Bavarian conservative politician announced that he wanted to boost Germany's civil defense and emergency management capabilities. Eight months later, the government is to decide on concrete measures at its next cabinet meeting on Wednesday.
Former Spanish PM Zapatero Investigated in Airline Bailout Probe
Spain's former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero speaks to journalists in La Paz, Bolivia, Thursday, May 12, 2022. Juan Karita/AP hide caption toggle caption Juan Karita/AP MADRID — A Spanish court is investigating former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for alleged influence peddling and other possible crimes tied to a government airline bailout.
Magyar Visits Poland to Repair Hungary-Poland Relations
Peter Magyar's center-right Tisza Party won the parliamentary election in Hungary on April 12, 2026 — and Polish liberals were thrilled. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk wrote on X, "Welcome back to Europe." He also posted a video showing him on the phone with election winner Magyar during a visit to South Korea.
Putin Visits Beijing for Talks with Xi Jinping
Skip next section What you need to know What you need to know Putin in Beijing for talks with Xi on Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, May 20 Russia and China have strong economic ties and have declared a "no limits" partnership Germany's Merz says he hopes Xi will urge Putin to end the war