Germany
German Holocaust memorial defaced with feces for 11th time
The vandalization of the St. Wendel area memorial was described by the district administrator as not just a mere prank, but an attack on society, historical memory, and responsibility.
Neanderthal children in central Europe may have hunted turtles for materials, not for food - study
Council of Europe criticizes Germany for being too strict with interpretation of antisemitism
Europe prepares plan to replace US command in NATO if Trump decides to leave - WSJ
Germany's Merz declares commitment to Israel after pro-Palestinian heckles him at political rally
"The federal government I lead will never leave any doubt about where we stand," Merz announced to the crowd. "We stand with Israel."
Global powers release oil reserves as Iran war threatens Strait of Hormuz supply
IEA member states approved the release of 400 million barrels from strategic oil reserves to mitigate the impact of a potential Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Omri Airlines: The meteoric rise of Israeli midfielder Gandelman with Italy’s Lecce
Gandelman has transformed into the “new face” of US Lecce in just a few short weeks, a player in the right place at the right time to secure a vital 2-1 victory.
Suspected Hamas member arrested in Cyprus over plot targeting Israeli, Jewish sites in Europe
The man, identified as Lebanese-born Kamel M. by the Prosecutors' Office, was suspected of transporting 300 rounds of live ammunition to other individuals also suspected of being Hamas members.
Yemeni national arrested for throwing stones at Israeli Consulate in Munich, trying to break in
The 24-year-old suspect tried to barge into the consulate while yelling "Allahu Akbar," and also placed a backpack with unknown contents in front of the building.
UK PM speaks with Saudi Crown Prince, leaders of France, Germany, Italy about Middle East
Starmer stated that additional British fighter jets, helicopters, and a destroyer were being sent to the Middle East, and affirmed that the UK would support the defence of Saudi Arabia if needed.
Finland to lift full ban on hosting nuclear arms, government says
The proposed change will next go to parliament where the right-wing coalition government holds a majority.
How Germany’s unusual approach to fighting antisemitism is ensnaring Jews critical of Israel
Germany has cracked down on speech and demonstrations that assert support for Palestinians and accuse Israel of atrocities, even since Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire in October 2025.
Investigation opens over how Berlin groups spent $3 million received to fight antisemitism
The Berlin branch of the Christian Democratic Union is being probed by a parliamentary committee for allegedly improperly allocating 2.6 million euros to combat antisemitism.
Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar tells ambassadors their countries must sever Iran ties
Sa’ar held a virtual briefing with approximately 60 ambassadors stationed in Israel to discuss the importance of breaking relations with Iran.
