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On September 8, the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, Literacy Day, Physical Therapy Day, and the International Day of Journalists’ Solidarity are observed. State holidays are also celebrated.
Russia has withdrawn its consent for the German Consulate General to operate in St. Petersburg by September 18, 2026. The Goethe-Institut centers will also be closed.
Following a drone attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport, Germany will strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure. The plan includes countering drones, AI and "CyberDome".
Friedrich Merz's government is considering providing Ukraine with target coordinates in response to the drone attack in Leipzig. Berlin will also increase military support for Kyiv.
Xiaomi plans to sell electric vehicles in Europe starting in 2027 and is creating a dealership network. In China, the company has already delivered more than 700 thousand vehicles.
The Czech Republic, together with its intelligence services, will change the procedure for reporting trips by Russian diplomats. The new rules are intended to strengthen control.
IFA 2026 in Berlin is focusing on AI, robotics and the smart home. Xiaomi, Acer and LG will present new ecosystems and devices.
Zakharova said that Moscow would respond to Germany’s closure of the Russian consulate in Bonn and the “Russian House” in Berlin. The decision was made following a drone attack on Leipzig Airport.
Berlin will close the Russian Federation's consulate in Bonn and terminate the agreement concerning the "Russian House. " Germany will tighten controls on the entry of Russian citizens.
Berlin held Moscow responsible for a drone carrying explosives near a Ukrainian aircraft in Leipzig. Germany will tighten controls\r for Russians.
The suspect disseminated discrediting materials via Telegram and demanded money for their removal. A search was conducted in Berlin.
Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm support for Ukraine. He called for infrastructure to be prepared in advance for the next winter.
Berlin is examining the termination of the agreement governing the operation of the "Russian House" amid suspicions of espionage. A decision may be made next week.
Two pistols and ammunition that may have been intended for Russian agents were discovered near Berlin. German services are investigating a possible connection to a person detained in Romania.
At Germany’s Leipzig/Halle Airport, a drone with an explosive device was found near an aircraft operated by a Ukrainian airline that was transporting military ammunition. Authorities are investigating the incident as possible sabotage, not ruling out the involvement of foreign forces.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina lost to Alexandra Eala from the Philippines in the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 tournament in the USA with a score of 3:6, 4:6.
On Saturday evening in Berlin, a white van drove into a crowd during Christopher Street Day events, resulting in one woman dead and 29 people injured. Police are searching for a 21-year-old suspect known from Islamist circles.
In Berlin, during the Christopher Street Day LGBT parade, a car drove into a crowd, killing one person and injuring 14. The police are searching for suspects, and the event was ended early.
Ukraine and Europe must receive protection that matches potential threats.
The President of Azerbaijan stated that a meeting of former high-ranking officials from Germany and Russia took place in Baku on July 12-14. German Chancellor Merz denied any government involvement in these negotiations.
In Berlin, a suburban train with 100 passengers collided with a tree, no one was injured. In Saxony-Anhalt, 70 incidents were recorded due to flooding and fallen trees.
A fire broke out at an orphanage near the capital of Algeria, resulting in the deaths of 11 children and injuries to 19 others. President Tebboune expressed condolences, while the causes of the fire have not been reported.
Modern warfare is not only changes on the battlefield, but also a change in approaches to the development and implementation of the latest weapons.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, together with her British, French, German and Polish counterparts, will meet in Berlin on June 24. The "E5" group will discuss strengthening Ukraine's defense and sanctions against Russia.
German cuisine combines hearty meat dishes, hundreds of types of bread, and unique regional recipes. The menu is based on pork, sausages, and thick soups.
Germany returned artifacts from the 14th-16th centuries to Poland, which were taken during the war. The countries will also provide 30,000 free travel passes to young people.
Berlin police detained participants of the Polish Border Protection Movement during an attempt to hold a protest. The Polish Consul is already investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Boris Pistorius stated the need for time to develop a new aircraft following the cancellation of the joint program. Eight companies have already joined forces in Team Gen 6.
Diehl Defence plans to produce Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo missiles in Germany. The flight range of this weapon exceeds three thousand kilometers.
Russia avoids conflict with NATO due to the Alliance's military superiority. All 32 member states are ready to provide a joint response to any aggression as of today.