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Germany's economy grew by 0.3 percent in the second quarter of 2026, exceeding expectations. Forecasts for the full year 2026 have been raised to 1.3 percent or higher.
Radicalism & State SecurityUnrest & ProtestsPolice & Investigations
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Police are investigating suspected sabotage after attacks on power grids in North Rhine-Westphalia and Brandenburg. In Saxony, four objects suspected of being explosive devices were found and secured at two locations. A 48-year-old man from the Ruhr area is considered a suspect.
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Hungarian universities are once again permitted to participate in the Erasmus programme following a decision by the EU Commission. This is part of a package of measures aimed at combating corruption and releasing EU funds, which also includes the dissolution of foundations and the return of universities to state control.
Radicalism & State SecurityPolice & Investigations
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Following attacks on power substations in several federal states, police are searching for a 48-year-old suspect who cited the "fight against fossil fuels" as a motive. Explosive or incendiary devices were discovered, and a special police unit was deployed at Hambach Forest.
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In Thuringia, The Left is supporting a CDU-led minority government to prevent an AfD government. The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) is fragmenting, with its representatives in Thuringia leaving the party to continue their support for the government. This scenario could be repeated in Saxony-Anhalt.
Radicalism & State SecurityEducation & SchoolsWelfare & Poverty
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The number of youth centers decreased by 24.2 percent between 2006 and 2020. Extremist groups are using leisure activities for recruitment, often initially downplaying ideological messages.
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Portugal is negotiating with Air France-KLM and Lufthansa regarding the sale of up to 49.9 percent of the airline TAP. Both bidders have submitted binding offers that are close to each other, according to the government.
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The Volkswagen supervisory board approved a restructuring plan involving 50,000 job cuts globally and a reduction in models. Several state premiers are advocating for the preservation of their VW plants, which are considered uncompetitive and may explore alternative uses.
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Germany's Labour Minister Bas is calling on Volkswagen to maintain its German production sites in Neckarsulm, Hanover, Emden, and Zwickau. While the federal government welcomes a cost-saving plan, it vaguely hopes for sustainable solutions. A state premier estimates up to 25,000 jobs in Germany are at risk.
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The Saxony-Anhalt state election could cause a political earthquake with the AfD potentially securing over 40 percent of the vote. This could break the taboo of a far-right party in a state government and intensify debates on migration, climate policy, and Ukraine, complicating the EU's dealings with Germany.
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