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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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Biden concludes short visit to Germany

U. S. President Joe Biden has completed his visit to Germany. He received Germany's highest honor for strengthening German-American friendship and the transatlantic alliance.

News of the World • October 18, 06:06 PM • 23813 views
Zelensky: Ukraine will receive new aid packages from the US every 2-3 weeks

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine will receive aid packages worth $500-750 million from the United States every 2-3 weeks. This is part of a plan to strengthen the Ukrainian army agreed with President Biden.

War in Ukraine • October 18, 02:27 PM • 17975 views
Biden receives Germany's highest honor for restoring transatlantic ties

U. S. President Joe Biden has been awarded Germany's highest honor for strengthening German-American friendship. The German president noted Biden's role in strengthening the transatlantic alliance and supporting Ukraine.

News of the World • October 18, 11:11 AM • 17575 views
Biden meets with German President

US President Joe Biden arrives in Berlin to meet with the German president and other European leaders. The main topic of the talks will be the Russian invasion of Ukraine and measures to end the fighting.

Politics • October 18, 08:48 AM • 15749 views
No consensus among NATO allies on inviting Ukraine - White House

A senior U. S. administration official says there is no consensus among NATO members on inviting Ukraine. Biden wants Ukraine to win and calls for a meeting of the leaders of the Defense Contact Group.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 11:11 PM • 83267 views
Berlin warns of serious transportation problems during Biden's visit

Berlin warns of large-scale traffic restrictions during the visit of US President Joe Biden. Residents are advised to avoid the city center, and changes in public transportation are expected.

News of the World • October 17, 02:58 PM • 14534 views
NATO sets up support mission for Ukraine with logistics centers in Poland and Romania

NATO is forming a 700-strong NSATU mission to support Ukraine. Headquarters will be located in Germany, Poland and Romania, coordinating military assistance and countering the Russian threat.

Politics • October 16, 11:01 AM • 13887 views
Biden planning to convene "European Quad" during Germany visit this week - CNN

CNN has learned about plans for meeting with the leaders of Germany, France and the United Kingdom during US President Joe Biden's visit to Berlin. The meeting was canceled last week due to Hurricane Milton and was supposed to include a discussion of support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 07:09 AM • 30028 views
NATO Secretary General: "We will do everything necessary to make sure that Ukraine wins"

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance will not be intimidated by Russian threats and will continue to support Ukraine. He visited the new NATO mission in Germany, which will coordinate military assistance to Kyiv.

Politics • October 15, 05:47 AM • 30505 views
German government confirms that Biden will arrive this week

A German government spokesman confirmed a visit by US President Joe Biden at the end of the week. Biden is expected to receive Germany's highest state award from President Steinmeier.

News of the World • October 14, 12:58 PM • 12150 views
Zelensky summarizes the results of his visit to London, Paris, Rome and Berlin

The President of Ukraine spoke about defense packages, air defense, and investments in weapons production following his visit to London, Paris, Rome, and Berlin. Zelenskyy presented the Victory Plan to his partners and discussed the approach of a just peace.

Politics • October 12, 11:30 AM • 52974 views
Scholz: Germany, with support of partners, will provide Ukraine with a military aid package worth EUR 1.4 billion by the end of the year

Germany and its partners will provide Ukraine with a €1. 4 billion military aid package by the end of the year. The package will include air defense systems, howitzers, self-propelled artillery systems, armored vehicles, drones, radars, and ammunition.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 01:03 PM • 14444 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Germany for talks with Scholz

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives in Berlin for talks with Chancellor Olaf Scholz. He is also scheduled to meet with Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Politics • October 11, 12:45 PM • 11143 views
Ukraine is implementing a program to develop 1 GW of distributed generation by the end of the year - Ministry of Energy

By the end of 2024, Ukraine will receive the necessary equipment for 1 GW of distributed generation.

Economy • October 10, 08:46 PM • 18682 views
Zelensky in Paris denies talk of ceasefire and calls for more support for Ukraine

During his visit to Paris, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for a rapid increase in Western aid before winter. Macron assured of continued French support and emphasized the progress in training and equipping the Ukrainian brigade.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 05:33 PM • 17831 views
Zelenskyy arrives in France to meet with Macron

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at the Elysee Palace in France after a visit to London. Emmanuel Macron has already congratulated the Ukrainian leader, and talks are expected.

Politics • October 10, 01:36 PM • 15143 views
Waiting for Zelensky: security measures are being tightened in Berlin

Security measures are being tightened in Berlin ahead of the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Police are deploying additional forces to ensure maximum security due to the high risk to the Ukrainian leader.

Politics • October 10, 11:34 AM • 14915 views
The President's Office denied information about Zelenskyy's alleged readiness for a ceasefire along the current front line under certain conditions

Advisor to the President Dmytro Lytvyn denied an Italian newspaper report that Zelenskyy was ready for a ceasefire along the current front line. He emphasized that Ukraine adheres to the Peace Formula and will present a plan for victory to its partners.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 08:21 AM • 13070 views
In London, activists tried to cover a Picasso painting with photos from Gaza and were detained

In the National Gallery of London, activists tried to paste a photo of a woman with a child in Gaza onto Picasso's painting “Motherhood. ” Two people were arrested, and the painting was not damaged.

Culture • October 9, 06:27 PM • 20429 views
Despite the cancellation of Ramstein: Zelenskyy announces meetings with leaders of France, Germany, Italy and Britain

The President of Ukraine will hold talks with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom. The purpose of the meetings is to discuss strengthening Ukraine's military component before the Ramstein meeting.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 05:10 PM • 17146 views
Zelensky to present “victory plan” to Scholz on October 11

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy will visit Berlin on October 11 to meet with Chancellor Scholz. He will present a “victory plan” to end the war, which he previously showed to Biden, and then visit Rome and Paris.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 03:20 PM • 15849 views
Members of Georgian stolen goods gang detained in Germany

German police detained Georgian citizens suspected of buying and transporting stolen goods to Italy and Georgia. The main suspect used a legitimate parcel shipping business to transport stolen goods.

News of the World • October 9, 01:42 PM • 15332 views
US command confirms postponement of Ukraine contact group meeting - dpa

The high-level meeting on Ukraine at Ramstein Air Base was postponed due to the cancellation of Biden's visit to Germany. The reason was the threat of Hurricane Milton in the United States, which caused serious concern for the administration.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 01:23 PM • 15521 views
Germany reacts to Biden's visit being canceled

The German government has expressed regret over the cancellation of US President Joe Biden's visit due to the hurricanes in Florida. The visit, scheduled for October 10-12, was supposed to include meetings with European leaders and discussions on the war in Ukraine.

Politics • October 8, 03:36 PM • 18278 views
Biden postpones visit to Germany, where he was to chair the Ramstein, due to Hurricane Milton

US President Joe Biden has postponed a trip to Germany and Angola due to Hurricane Milton. He is staying in the country to observe the preparations and response to the natural disaster.

Politics • October 8, 02:41 PM • 16706 views
Media: Biden plans a separate meeting with leaders of Germany, France and Britain on the eve of Ramstein

On October 12, the leaders of Germany, the United States, France, and Britain will meet in Berlin to discuss Ukraine. Afterward, they will participate in the Ramstein meeting on assistance to Ukraine.

News of the World • October 8, 12:19 PM • 13189 views
Anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel on October 7: Thousands gather in Tel Aviv to honor the victims

In Tel Aviv and other cities around the world, rallies were held to commemorate the victims of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Thousands of people gathered for memorial events, honoring the victims and demanding the release of hostages.

News of the World • October 7, 06:09 AM • 15257 views
For the first time in a long time, Germany approves the sale of significant amounts of weapons to Turkey - Spiegel

For the first time in years, Germany has approved a significant arms deal with Turkey worth about 336 million euros. This includes air defense missiles, torpedoes, and equipment for the modernization of submarines and frigates.

News of the World • October 6, 09:51 PM • 17637 views
Scholz: German unification is not complete 34 years after reunification

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that the process of reunification is still ongoing. He emphasized the need to overcome the differences between the east and the west, especially after the recent elections in the eastern states.

News of the World • October 3, 11:54 PM • 18702 views
“It's not even worth commenting": the German Defense Ministry ignored Putin's latest nuclear threats

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said that Putin's nuclear threats are not worthy of attention. According to him, this is a common tool of Russian policy, and NATO will follow its own course.

News of the World • September 26, 12:37 PM • 14144 views