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Berlin

Capital of Germany, a major EU city
Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany and a separate federal state. The city is located in the east of the country. Berlin is the largest city in the country by population, which at the end of 2024 was about 3.68 million people. Berlin is an important political, informational, cultural, and scientific center of Europe, as well as a major transport hub. The city has a rich and complex history, has repeatedly become the main city of German state formations, including the Kingdom of Prussia and the German Empire, and since the reunification of Germany in 1990, it has been the all-German capital.
1989
The Berlin Wall was destroyed, symbolizing the reunification of the city and the country
1991
The city officially became the capital of a reunited Germany
2023
Berlin ranked 18th in Mercer's quality of life ranking
2024
The city ranked 9th in the "50 Best Student Cities in the World" list by Campus Advisor
2025
Berlin received 9th place in the 2026 World's Best Cities Report by Resonance Consultancy
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A doctor in Germany is accused of 15 murders of palliative patients

A doctor from Germany has been charged with 15 murders of palliative patients. He administered lethal doses of drugs to patients under his care.

News of the World • April 16, 09:19 AM • 10175 views
In Berlin, a man stabbed a stranger at a subway station: police neutralized the attacker

At the Sophie-Charlotte-Platz subway station in Berlin, a man attacked a stranger with a knife. The victim died at the scene from the wound, and the attacker was neutralized.

Crimes and emergencies • April 12, 08:56 PM • 4658 views
We can divide Ukraine, like post-war Berlin - Kellogg

Kit Kellogg proposed dividing Ukraine along the Dnieper, stationing Western troops on the right bank. This implies ceding the eastern territories to Russia, but the idea is unlikely to find support in Moscow.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 09:10 PM • 7599 views
Today is Zoo Lover's Day: How zoos protect animals during the war in Ukraine

Ukrainian zoos have become a haven for animals from hot spots. Evacuation, treatment and international assistance are key aspects of animal protection.

Society • April 8, 06:46 AM • 445417 views
Trump Protests in Europe: Hundreds of People Take to the Streets

On Saturday, hundreds of people in European cities protested against the policies of Trump and Musk. Large-scale акции прошли в Берлине, Париже, Лондоне и Лисабоне.

Politics • April 5, 09:11 PM • 11129 views
Germany has financed Ukraine's access to Eutelsat satellite internet – an alternative to Starlink

Germany has provided Ukraine with Eutelsat satellite internet as an alternative to Starlink. The number of Eutelsat terminals in Ukraine is expected to increase with funding from Germany.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 01:11 AM • 32814 views
An aviation brand with Ukrainian roots will launch three new flights to Chisinau

SkyUp Airlines is opening new European destinations from Chisinau. Promotional tickets from EUR 14.5 are available only on April 4 for flights until October 1, 2025.

Economy • April 4, 03:27 PM • 12143 views
Germany and France are pushing for a more aggressive response to new US tariffs – Bloomberg

France and Germany are pushing for an aggressive EU response to new US tariffs, considering targeting American technology and services to protect the interests of the European Union.

Economy • April 3, 12:25 PM • 10288 views
In Germany, 18-year-old Ukrainian football player Oleksandr Shvorak tragically died

A young graduate of the Kovel football club "Time", Oleksandr Shvorak, tragically died in Germany. According to unofficial data, the boy was killed in Berlin.

Crimes and emergencies • April 2, 06:00 PM • 25605 views
Legendary intelligence officer Olga Tverdokhlebova has died at the age of 102

Olga Tverdokhlebova, a veteran of the Second World War who went through it as part of a radio intelligence division, has passed away. She reached Berlin and even at the age of 101 dreamed of Ukraine's victory.

Society • March 24, 02:49 PM • 14437 views
Trump's policy, amid his "turn towards Moscow," pushes allies to consider their own nuclear shield - FT

Trump's rapprochement with Moscow and criticism of NATO are forcing Germany, Poland, Korea, and Japan to consider their own nuclear shield.

Politics • March 24, 07:57 AM • 31646 views
A historic vote will take place in Germany: military aid to Ukraine may receive new funding

The Bundestag will vote on amendments to the Basic Law to facilitate the financing of defense and military aid to Ukraine. They plan to allocate 4 billion euros to support Ukraine in 2025.

Politics • March 18, 08:38 AM • 27280 views
Macron: Russia's permission is not required for the deployment of troops in Ukraine

France, Great Britain and other countries can deploy several thousand military contingents in Ukraine to guarantee security after the ceasefire, even without Russia's consent.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 08:00 AM • 84821 views
Merz believes the altercation between Trump and Zelensky was “induced escalation”

Germany's likely future chancellor Friedrich Merz believes that the recent altercation between Trump and Zelensky was induced escalation by the US. Merz stated that the incident in the Oval Office was not spontaneous.

Politics • March 3, 02:06 PM • 52882 views
The world in blue and yellow colors: Ukrainians abroad took part in a rally in support of Ukraine

Thousands of Ukrainians around the world held rallies to mark the anniversary of the full-scale invasion. The Eiffel Tower and the Brandenburg Gate were lit up in blue and yellow to show support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 09:58 PM • 34648 views
Merz announces date of formation of new German government

The winner of the Bundestag elections, Friedrich Merz, intends to form a new federal government by April 20. The CDU leader, whose party received 29% of the vote, is ready to negotiate with all parties in the democratic center.

Politics • February 24, 12:50 AM • 28441 views
Germany, elections to the Bundestag: Scholz concedes election defeat, congratulates Merz on victory

Olaf Scholz acknowledged the SPD's historic defeat in the federal elections and welcomed Friedrich Merz's victory. The CDU/CSU won, and the AfD significantly improved its results.

News of the World • February 23, 07:17 PM • 26579 views
Record turnout at the early elections in Germany: 52% of voters by noon

The 2025 Bundestag snap elections recorded a high voter turnout of 52% by mid-day. Four candidates are running for chancellor, including incumbent Prime Minister Scholz.

News of the World • February 23, 04:17 PM • 30365 views
Attack on the territory of the Holocaust memorial in Berlin: the victim was seriously stabbed

An unknown person attacked a man with a knife at the Holocaust memorial in Berlin. The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries, and the suspect was detained near the crime scene.

News of the World • February 21, 08:51 PM • 26915 views
Germany starts construction of a new air defense system Arrow 3

The Bundeswehr has begun construction of the Arrow 3 missile defense system at the Holzdorf air base. The system will be able to destroy missiles at an altitude of up to 100 km and is expected to be fully operational by 2030.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 03:26 PM • 71893 views
Mass protests in Germany: tens of thousands of people join actions against the ‘shift to the right’

Mass protests against right-wing extremism and the AfD party took place in German cities. In Berlin, the number of protesters reached 30-38 thousand people.

News of the World • February 16, 03:54 PM • 53913 views
First “Unity Hub” for Ukrainians to be opened in Berlin

The first Unity Hub will be opened in Berlin to support Ukrainians abroad. The project will provide counseling, integration, cultural and educational assistance to Ukrainian citizens.

Society • February 15, 06:29 PM • 51384 views
Leader of Germany's far-right AfD party secretly met with Chinese ambassador - media

Alice Weidel, the leader of the German AfD party, regularly held private meetings with Chinese Ambassador Wu Keng. The meetings took place at his residence and coincided with the period of the AfD spy scandal.

News of the World • February 15, 05:00 PM • 35055 views
Ukraine's DIU exposes Russian fakes about “Ukrainian preparation of attacks on Russian opposition”

GUR representative Andriy Yusov called the statements of the Russian SVR about Ukraine's preparations for attacks on oppositionists a primitive attempt to create an alibi. Russia is trying to justify future special operations on the territory of third countries.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 01:37 PM • 24532 views
Snowfall and cold snap: Cyclone Max is approaching Germany

Cyclone Max will bring snowfall to the northern and eastern regions of Germany. In the south, rains are expected with temperatures up to +10°C, which will later level off across the country to -1...+6°C.

News of the World • February 13, 08:57 AM • 41947 views
The 75th Berlin International Film Festival starts: main films and Ukraine's participation

The 75th Berlin Film Festival will screen the Ukrainian film Time Tape about schools during the war. The 19 films in competition also include new works by Richard Linklater and Lucille Hadzihalilovic.

Culture • February 13, 07:01 AM • 142468 views
German activists declare victory in case against X Mask

A Berlin court has ordered X (Twitter) to provide access to data on the dissemination of information before the German elections. Activists will be able to track potential disinformation and its impact on the February 23 vote.

News of the World • February 7, 07:02 PM • 30006 views
A center for the return of Ukrainian refugees may appear in Prague by June

A Unity Hub center may appear in Prague by June to help Ukrainian refugees return home. The project will be jointly funded by Ukraine, the Czech Interior Ministry and the EU.

Society • February 6, 02:14 PM • 68116 views
German activists sue X for hiding data on election influence

Two human rights organizations have filed a lawsuit against X in a Berlin court for failing to provide access to disinformation data. The activists claim that the platform violates EU law ahead of the German elections.

News of the World • February 5, 06:45 PM • 34405 views
German agency uses photos of injured Ukrainians to advertise Russian media. Kyiv demands an apology

The German agency Lure used photos of Ukrainians affected by the war in an advertising campaign for the Russian media outlet Meduza. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry demands that the content be removed and that Ukrainians whose grief was exploited apologize.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 04:54 PM • 42783 views