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First reform steps decided: What should change in care

After a long struggle, the Federal Government has agreed on a "nursing care regulation law". Initially, this relies on keeping the system running. It will be more expensive for the childless. What else should change - an overview.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Kazakhstan President to Chancellor: Oil, Raw Materials and Putin

More oil from Kazakhstan - during President Tokayev's visit to Berlin, Chancellor Merz stressed German interest. In general, economic cooperation is to become closer. The Russian war of aggression was also an issue.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Opposition sees mountain guide Lorz on the wrong track

New debts, depressing personnel costs, expensive investments: Despite everything, CDU Finance Minister Alexander Lorz sees the state of Hesse on the right track with the budget plans for 2027. His opponents in the state parliament do not take away from him the story of the arduous, but ultimately successful ascent.

Source: hessenschau.de

Reform debate in the black-red coalition

The German government asserts it almost every day: Germany needs reforms. Black-Red has a lot planned for this autumn - and is in danger of getting lost in discussions. What's on the to-do list.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Saxony-Anhalt: The AfD needs the BSW, but does not trust it

Three weeks after the election, the AfD is seeking a majority in Magdeburg. The BSW can be wooed, but Ulrich Siegmund does not want to vote. And the SPD is trying a final counter-proposal that will not suffice.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

What the Union and SPD are wrestling over in the care reform

The care reform has a financing problem, and the Union and the SPD agree on this. But when it comes to the question of solutions, the coalition partners are far apart. Will the breakthrough be achieved by the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday?

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Spahn apparently waives his seat on the Budget Committee

Ex-Union leader Spahn wants to withdraw from the budget committee of the Bundestag. "Normal working" is currently "hardly possible" for him, he said. Spahn is criticized for a private trip during the session.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Linnemann rejects the "care cover" demanded by the SPD

The SPD threatens to block the planned care reform - and calls for changes. But from the point of view of Health Minister Linnemann, these offer no solutions. He believes an agreement is possible despite the dispute in the coalition.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Berlin's SPD wants to explore with leftists and greens

According to information from the rbb, the board of the Berlin SPD has agreed to exploratory talks with the Left Party and the Greens. All three parties have now agreed to exploratory talks.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Tens of thousands protest against social reforms in several cities

Tens of thousands of people have protested against the social policy of the federal government. The German Trade Union Confederation had called for this. The government plans were at the expense of the employees, according to DGB boss Fahimi.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

SPD stops care reform for the time being: "We won't let that happen"

Next week, the Federal Cabinet wanted to launch the planned reform in nursing care - but that will probably not work out. The SPD wants to renegotiate and threatens to blockade according to information from the ARD capital studio.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Bundestag and Bundesrat decide on another "tank discount"

The "tank discount" is coming back. This time, the price reduction is even valid for three months. This is good news for motorists, freight forwarders and farmers. However, there are also criticisms of the measure.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

New government member Knoll: ministers for what exactly?

JU head of state Manuel Knoll is to become the first Bavarian Minister for Youth and Democracy. A signal to the youth, says Prime Minister Söder. However, Bavaria already has a competent minister. What to expect from Knoll?

Source: Regionalnachrichten aus Bayern

Is the CDU about to end as a people's party?

Friedrich Merz was asked after the election disaster whether the CDU was still a people's party: "Only in parts," the chancellor replied. What does this mean in concrete terms? And is the AfD now a people's party?

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

With the experience of dropouts against right-wing extremism

Why do extremist groups fascinate some young people? How is an exit from radical circles possible? This is the subject of two short films presented by Minister of the Interior Herrmann. BR24 reports live at 4 pm.

Source: Regionalnachrichten aus Bayern

Federal Cabinet adopts action plan against social abuse

The Federal Government has adopted an action plan against social abuse. It targets, for example, criminals who place people in "junk properties" for which the job centre is supposed to pay excessive rents.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Frei assures Merz of the support of the Union group

The leader of the Union parliamentary group, Frei, sees an "enormous need for debate" after the CDU election debacle. In an interview with Tagesthemen, he supports Chancellor Merz - although there was clear criticism at the group meeting.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Legal proceedings against AfD district council from Lindau

Christian Thomas, district councillor of the AfD in Lindau, has to answer to the district court for the accusation of bodily injury. Investigations into further allegations have been discontinued.

Source: Regionalnachrichten aus Bayern

"Justice problem": Merz starts debate about health insurance

For many, Chancellor Merz has surprisingly commented on the dual health insurance system. Many see this as a "justice problem" that needs to be discussed. His statement elicits clear criticism - but also praise.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

CDU Election Slack: New Course, Old Problems

The Federal Chancellor and CDU leader is fighting for his office after the renewed electoral debacle. The SPD is moving away from the reform course. Merz wants to stick to it and hopes for support.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Analysis of the election: Why the Left was so successful in Berlin

The Left Party won thanks to an age group in Berlin and put it on the right topic, according to surveys. For the AfD, many things are different there than in other federal states. And all parties had quite unknown candidates.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

AfD ahead of SPD, CDU below five percent

The AfD is ahead in the election in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - the ruling SPD is just behind. The situation is dramatic for the CDU, which is flying out of a state parliament for the first time...

Source: SWR Aktuell Rheinland-Pfalz

Q&A: What is Coalition planning now against fuel prices?

The German government has reacted to the high fuel prices. What measures are planned from when? Who prevailed in the coalition? And: What criticism is there? The most important questions and answers.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Is the SPD still a workers' party?

The SPD has always seen itself as a workers' party. For decades, it had its strongholds in classic worker and industrial regions. However, the recent elections show that the SPD is increasingly losing its dominance to the AfD there as well.

Source: Regionalnachrichten aus dem Saarland

Renewed explosions in Frankfurt – 17-year-old suspect arrested

In Frankfurt, explosive devices detonated at night on Berger Straße and Zeil. The police arrested a 17-year-old suspect. The authorities attribute the acts to the "Violence-as-a-Service"phenomenon. Hesse's Minister of the Interior sees the increase in cases as "a new dimension".

Source: hessenschau.de

Why the SPD is now hoping for Manuela Schwesig

In the election in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the SPD hopes for the traction of Prime Minister Schwesig. A success could stabilise the party somewhat, but the mood remains tense. By Anne-Katrin Mellmann and Moritz Rödle.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

SPD top candidate Krach: Better to look ahead

The leading candidate of the Berlin SPD has a declared goal: He wants to reclaim the Red Town Hall for the SPD. But the polls aren't exactly encouraging. In addition, there are investigations against him.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Saarland State Parliament discusses childcare law

The state parliament meeting on Wednesday dealt, among other things, with changes to the Saarland Police Act – such as the possibility of evaluating investigative data faster with the help of artificial intelligence. In addition, the kitage law was discussed.

Source: Regionalnachrichten aus dem Saarland

Debate on fuel prices: Rich want to reduce VAT on fuel

In the face of high fuel prices, politicians have promised relief - but it is unclear what that might look like. According to the head of the Union parliamentary group Frei, Minister of Economic Affairs Reiche is now also in favour of a temporary reduction in VAT.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Berlin's top Green candidate Graf: Pragmatic - and little known

The Berlin Greens have a good chance of participating in the next Senate. Top candidate Werner Graf is betting on a moderate election campaign, which should keep many options open for him. By T. Schmutzler and M. Kell.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Government presents action plan against social fraud

The federal government is stepping up the fight against welfare abuses. A new action plan focuses on more data reconciliation, more controls and stricter rules. AI should also help. By J.-P. Bartels and T. Aßmann.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

High fuel prices: SPD faction vice demands excess profit tax

More pressure on petroleum companies and targeted measures: SPD faction deputy Zorn promises new proposals from the fuel task force "in the next few days". In view of the high fuel prices, state intervention is necessary.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Chancellor Merz cancels trip to the UN General Debate

The "foreign chancellor" Merz is under pressure - domestically. The election result in Saxony-Anhalt affects him - and the next elections are imminent. Now the CDU leader is cancelling a trip to the United Nations: he is needed in Berlin.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Backing for Merz - but the debate continues

The Chancellor is facing a crucial week. After the election debacle in Saxony-Anhalt, Merz received support in the debate about his person. But criticism of the reforms and of how to deal with the AfD continues to pick up speed.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Linke presents five-point plan for Berlin

The left-wing politician Eralp could become Governing Mayor in Berlin. Now she presents a five-point plan for this case: it provides for a "rental usury task force" and a free bulky waste day.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

After Saxony-Anhalt: Is the firewall now history?

After the election in Saxony-Anhalt, the firewall to the AfD will be discussed. The strict demarcation course should keep the AfD away from power. She could now miss this goal. Is the firewall history now?

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Söder warns of the failure of the Federal Government

Munich: The electoral success of the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has further increased the pressure on the federal government: the result from a week ago is also an issue at the retreat of the CSU board.

Source: Die Nachrichten des Bayerischen Rundfunks

Nathusius' CDU influencer sharply criticises Chancellor Merz

In the CDU, criticism of Chancellor Merz is growing: Clara von Nathusius, on the board of the Junge Union, considers his days in office to be numbered. The CDU must now decide what it stands for, she says in the report from Berlin. The firewall considers them a failure.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

Saxony-Anhalt: How realistic are the AfD's broadcasting plans?

On the evening of the election, AfD top candidate Siegmund reaffirmed his intention to terminate the state media treaty in the Tagesschau. What are the legal sticking points? By Alena Lagmöller and Frank Groom.

Source: Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Deutschland

Modi urges Putin to end attacks in Ukraine

India's Prime Minister Modi calls for an end to the Ukraine war: At a meeting with Russia's President Putin in New Delhi, he once again appealed to the Kremlin chief to start negotiations for peace. Dialogue and diplomacy are the right way to end conflicts, Modi stressed.

Source: Die Nachrichten des Bayerischen Rundfunks

Investigations against noise in three cases

The public prosecutor's office in Hanover is investigating three cases against Berlin's top SPD candidate Krach. It is about betrayal of trade secrets and the initial suspicion of taking advantage. Krach rejects the accusations.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

What the AfD could change in schools in Saxony-Anhalt

More Bismarck, less Hitler; abolishing inclusion and teaching at home: In the field of education policy, the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has many plans. But not everything that is politically demanded is legally possible.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

House searches at Berlin SPD candidate Krach

The public prosecutor's office in Hanover is investigating Berlin's top SPD candidate Krach. The police searched three objects. According to a media report, it is about the suspicion of bribery. Krach rejects the accusations.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

Chancellor Merz: AfD ban does not solve the problem

Politicians in Saxony-Anhalt are increasingly preoccupied with dealing with the AfD after the election - including the question of a ban procedure. The Chancellor remains skeptical and sees another way.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

++ Klingbeil speaks of a "clear signal to Berlin" ++

SPD leader Klingbeil announces in the topics of the day that he wants to explain politics better. The managing minister-president of Saxony-Anhalt, Schulze, is the new head of the CD...

Source: SWR Aktuell Baden-Württemberg

Police arrest suspected electricity saboteur

The police have caught the alleged electricity saboteur near a power plant near Aachen. The 48-year-old is said to have carried out attacks on the electricity grid nationwide. The federal government speaks of "climate extremism".

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

Pistorius promises more weapons - Trump calls Putin

Defense Minister Pistorius promises Ukraine more interceptor missiles. As Kiev's supporters expand their support, Moscow speaks of a possible rapprochement with the US after a phone call between Putin and Trump.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

++ Schulze misses direct mandate in Magdeburg ++

CDU Prime Minister Schulze lost in the constituency of Magdeburg III against the AfD candidate Mertens. AfD top candidate Siegmund rejects the BSW's proposal of a bipartisan...

Source: SWR Aktuell Baden-Württemberg

Analysis of the election in Saxony-Anhalt: One country - two camps

The AfD benefits from the dissatisfaction of the people, but it also convinces many more in terms of content than the other parties, as surveys show. For most voters in Saxony-Anhalt, the key question was: for or against the AfD? By H. Schwesinger.

Source: tagesschau.de - Die Nachrichten der ARD

Reactions to the election in Saxony-Anhalt

The AfD clearly won the state election. While the AfD speaks of a "historic victory" in SH, representatives of other parties reacted gloomily.

Source: Nachrichten aus Schleswig-Holstein

By choice in Saxony-Anhalt: reactions from Hamburg

The AfD has become the clearly strongest party in Magdeburg. While the Hamburg AfD congratulates a "brilliant electoral victory", the other parties speak of a "bitter day".

Source: Nachrichten aus Hamburg

Reactions to the election in Saxony-Anhalt: AfD cheers, other parties depressed

A new state parliament was elected in Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday. According to the previous figures, the AfD will be the strongest force. Politicians from Berlin and Brandenburg comment on the result in Saxony-Anhalt - also with a view to the election in Berlin.

Source: rbb24 - Nachrichten aus Berlin und Brandenburg | rbb24