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Russia Forces Goethe-Institut to End Operations Across the Country

The Goethe-Institut has closed its remaining locations in Russia after authorities ordered staff to halt work, bringing more than three decades of institutional German-Russian cultural exchange to an end.
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Late-September Heat Could Push Temperatures Above 30°C in Germany
AfD Poll Strength Intensifies Political Pressure in Eastern Germany
Friedrich Merz Uses Frankfurt Forum to Press Case for Economic Reform
Germany Prepares Further Discussions on EU Migration Reform in Munich
Victoria in Malta Named European Capital of Culture for 2031
EU States Debate Position on Return of Russian and Belarusian Athletes
Spain Faces Renewed Pressure Over Housing Crisis After Madrid Eviction
Slovak Government Reaffirms Halt to State Military Aid for Ukraine
European Drugmakers Warn Region Is Losing Ground to U.S. and China
France Tests Faster Military Procurement Procedures
Germany’s Hydrogen Industry Meets in Düsseldorf to Discuss Infrastructure Expansion
Germany’s Defence Industry Pushes for Faster Military Procurement
Kiel Institute Forecasts Moderate German Economic Recovery
Germany’s Renewable Electricity Output Continues to Rise
German Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Alleged Infrastructure Arson Plot
Poland Treats Fire at Starlink Communications Site as Suspected Sabotage
Two Killed in Shooting Near Hamburg Trade Fair Grounds
Swedish Prosecutors Investigate Suspected Election Misconduct in Borlänge
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Russia Forces Goethe-Institut to End Operations Across the Country
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Germany Opposes French Push for Strict ‘Made in EU’ Rules in Defence Projects
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