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Auf wiedersehen, euro? New anti-euro party forms in Germany
The small protest party 'Alternative für Deutschland' could shake the political establishment by tapping into German resentment over its perceived propping up of Europe's south.
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Putin and Merkel set for a prickly Russian-German summit?
The Russian and German leaders are set to meet Sunday. But while business between the two nations is good, Germans are concerned over the Kremlin's domestic crackdown.
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NATO to deploy Patriot anti-missile systems near Turkey-Syria border
The alliance's 28 members decided to limit use of Patriots solely for the defensive purpose of warding off the mortar rounds and shells from Syria that have already killed five Turks.
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Germany's Merkel pays Putin a prickly visit
Despite the strong economic ties between Germany and Russia, the country's relations have been strained as of late over the Kremlin's recent apparent political crackdowns.
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Eurozone summit: Will EU get veto over national budgets?
Before leaving for the summit, German Chancellor Angela Merkel called for the EU to be given veto power over national budgets. But European leaders remain divided on the idea.
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Dissension over Greek bailout weakens Merkel (+video)
Members of German Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition balked at the second Greek bailout, even though it passed. The vote is seen as a defeat for her austerity program.
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German vote on Greek bailout hints at tough road ahead for Merkel
The German parliament endorsed a second bailout for Greece, but a drop in support among members of Chancellor Merkel's coalition is evidence that she'll have to work hard to get support for future assistance.
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More than 30,000 Germans turn out against anti-piracy treaty ACTA
ACTA, a controversial international anti-piracy agreement that has riled up Europe, brought out huge crowds in Germany and split top government officials.
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New solution to European debt crisis: refinancing Europe's banks?
As the global economy founders, refinancing Europe's banks to deal with the debt crisis might be preferable to bailing out countries, experts say – and politicians are starting to agree.
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European debt crisis: Seven basics you need to know
Will this crisis ever be over?! The nations of the eurozone seem to be fighting endless battles to address fears about government finances. The worry is that unsustainable national debt loads will result in default, a financial panic, or a costly repair effort that puts a squeeze on the economy in Europe and beyond. Here's a backgrounder on the problem, its consequences, and possible ways forward.
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As Dow tumbles, how much is politics to blame?
Dysfunctional politics, both in Washington and in Europe, is spooking markets worldwide. While perhaps not as dangerous as the economic dysfunction of 2008, it is still a concern.
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Pope Benedict arrives in Berlin to a dissonant welcome
Pope Benedict XVI is starting his visit to Germany in Berlin, which is divided over his address to the Bundestag as well as his views on such issues as homosexuality and women's role in the church.
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What's the fuss over Angela Merkel's bin Laden comment?
The German chancellor said she was 'pleased' about Osama bin Laden's death. In Germany, bold political language is rare – a lasting legacy of Germany’s violent past.
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Violent turn to French strikes could backfire on union protesters
French strikes over pension reforms turned violent today as hard-line elements from an oil-workers union vowed to press on.
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Why many environmentalists will fight Germany's green energy plan
The German cabinet approved on Tuesday an overhaul to the country's energy production, but upset antinuclear activists by extending the life of the nuclear power plants.
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Germany considers scrapping the draft
Deployments in Afghanistan have tested the Army's limits and bolstered arguments to scrap the draft and build a smaller, more professional volunteer force.
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Germany approves Greek bailout as Merkel gets her way
The German parliament approved the country's $28 billion contribution to the Greek bailout package on Friday. Chancellor Angela Merkel shifted from initial opposition to paying Greece's debts to concern over economic fallout in the rest of Europe.
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Greece bailout not a given, says Germany
Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou called his country a "sinking ship" as he requested a $56 billion bailout today. But Germany, which is key to any aid package, still isn't convinced that a Greece bailout is absolutely necessary.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/27
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In Pictures: Holocaust Remembrance Day 2010
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Europe warms to full body scanners at airports after Northwest bomb scare
Europe leaders are now reconsidering using full body scanners that they had until recently opposed as lurid and voyeuristic.
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Opinion: World leaders recall the fall of the Berlin Wall
Mikhail Gorbachev, Margaret Thatcher, George H.W. Bush, and Francois Mitterrand give their account of 1989.
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Opinion: Germany's combat revival
The Bundeswehr's recent offensive in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountains is too timid for Washington, yet too bold for many in Germany.
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With Obama's victory, Europe's minorities sense new possibilities
A new discourse is emerging in France and Europe that urges a focus on ability – rather than on race or skin.
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U.S. rebuilds French connection
The Pentagon hopes better ties will strengthen NATO and boost the mission in Afghanistan.
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