Whither the US-German Relationship?

With German Chancellor Angela Merkel on her way out, and America still vulnerable to Trumpism, Germans can neither rely on their traditional protector nor pursue outright strategic autonomy...

How Germany Contained the Coronavirus

Compared to many other countries, Germany has managed the COVID-19 crisis well, owing to its properly funded health system, technological edge, and decisive leadership. But beyond any unique feature of the German system is something that all countries can

Germany Is Preparing to Send Refugees Back to Syria

Syria’s war is not over, but a growing number of German policymakers are trying to revoke asylum and send Syrians back home

Europe’s Future After Germany’s Election

The election upended a governing coalition that had avoided desperately needed reforms for too long

Saudi Arabia and Gulf States 'support Islamic extremism in Germany,' intelligence report says

Saudi’s ambassador to Germany denies his government funds extremist groups

Angela Merkel’s Test of Faith

Germany can either save Europe or refugees not both. To stem the rise of the far-right, the chancellor will be forced to make gut-wrenching decisions

Turning Crisis into Success in Germany

The enduring strength of Germany’s political center probably reflects the country’s remarkable economic success, which it has sustained for more than a decade, even as most of the rest of Europe has faced serious challenges

Fire damages future refugee home in eastern Germany