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🇪🇺 Long live Europe!
🦅🇩🇪 Real wages rise due to inflation bonuses!

#Germany will see the highest real #wage increase since 2008, with a 3.1% increase in 2024. This is due to #inflation bonuses and strong collective agreements.
♨️Tagesschau, 18/02/25♨️
-TGV
February 26, 2025 at 11:23 AM
🦅🇩🇪How popular is Elon Musk in Germany?

According to a survey conducted by #YouGov from January 10-14, 71% of #Germans surveyed had a negative opinion of Elon #Musk. The same goes for the #UK.
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 11:45 PM
🦅🌍Merz demands Kyiv's inclusion in peace talks!

Friedrich #Merz insists that #Ukraine must be included in any peace negotiations, emphasizing the importance of Kyiv's role in achieving a lasting resolution.
♨️Spiegel, 18/02/25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 11:24 PM
🦅🌍USA and Ukraine Agree on Resource Deal!

The #U.S. and #Ukraine are finalizing a resource deal that will give the U.S. access to Ukrainian resources in exchange for #aid. The deal includes a joint investment fund for Ukraine's reconstruction.
♨️Reuters, 25/02/25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 11:18 PM
🦅🇪🇺Merz prioritizes EU independence from the USA!

#CDU leader Friedrich #Merz is stressing the need for a strong, independent #Europe that is less dependent on the #US. This shift follows recent changes in US policy.
♨️Euronews, 25/02/25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 11:06 PM
🦅🇩🇪Rheinmetall stock up almost 30% in three days!

Within three days, #Rheinmetall stock climbed almost 30% to 900.00 euros (946.00 US dollars). Shares of German defense companies #Hensoldt and #Renk also rose, reflecting strong investor confidence.
♨️Handelsblatt, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:58 PM
🦅🇩🇪Rheinmetall Considers Converting Neuss Plant to Military Production!

#Rheinmetall plans to convert its #Neuss plant from civilian to military production, focusing on protective and mechanical components. The #Berlin plant may also be converted.
♨️RP, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:45 PM
🦅🌍Ukraine's Spy Chief: N. Korea Provides 50% of Russia's Ammunition!

#NorthKorea supplies 50% of #Russia 's ammunition needs, including large-scale deliveries of howitzers and rocket launch systems, says #Ukraine 's military spy chief.
♨️Reuters, 23.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:40 PM
🦅🤖European Search Perspective: Ecosia and Qwant Join Forces!

#Ecosia and #Qwant launch the European Search Perspective ( #EUSP ) to create an independent search infrastructure in #Europe, reducing reliance on major tech companies.
♨️Ecosia Blog, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 8:49 PM
🦅🔗 One of the unexpected winners of the 2025 federal #elections was the party "The #Left" (germ. Die #Linke). Initially predicted to win 3 percent of the vote, it ended up with 8.8 percent. #DW explains how „The Left“ was able to catch up:
www.dw.com/en/germany-l...
-TGV
How Germany's Left Party made its big election comeback – DW – 02/25/2025
The shooting star of the 2025 election was undoubtedly the Left Party. Its resurgence appeared to hinge on progressive economic policies, liberal social values and a savvy social media campaign.
www.dw.com
February 25, 2025 at 2:43 PM
🦅🇩🇪Bundesbank Reports Highest Loss in History!

The Deutsche #Bundesbank reports a record loss of €19.2 billion for 2024, the first deficit since 1979. The loss is attributed to the #economic impact of inflation and interest #rate changes.
♨️FAZ, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 2:25 PM
🦅🇩🇪 Union and SPD converge on special spending for defense!

#Union and #SPD agree on increasing special defense spending to €200 billion to boost Germany's #military capabilities. The agreement aims to address #security concerns and enhance #defense readiness.
♨️Deutschlandfunk, 18.02.2025♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
🦅🇩🇪SPD and Union Discuss Potential Coalition!

#SPD and #Union leaders meet to discuss a possible coalition after the recent #Bundestag election. Both parties outline their conditions for cooperation, focusing on policy alignment and leadership roles.
♨️Tagesschau, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Reposted by TheGermanView
Russian losses per 25/02/25 reported by the Ukrainian general staff

+1300 men
+5 tanks
+11 AFVs
+26 artillery pieces
+2 AD systems
+122 UAVs
February 25, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Reposted by TheGermanView
On the night of Feb 25, Ukraine's Air Force intercepted 6 out of 7 Kh-101 cruise missiles & 133 out of 213 Russian UAVs. 79 drones were lost without causing damage. The attack targeted several regions including Kyiv & Zhytomyr. The response involved aviation, air defense, and electronic warfare.
February 25, 2025 at 10:28 AM
🦅🇩🇪Merz Invites Netanyahu Despite Arrest Warrant!

Friedrich #Merz invites Israeli PM #Netanyahu to Germany despite an international arrest warrant. The invitation sparks criticism from German politicians and the #ICC.
♨️Tagesschau, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:21 AM
🦅🇩🇪Hamburg Teens Caught with Weapons After Poland Market Visit!

Two #Hamburg teens, aged 14 and 16, were caught with illegal #weapons, including stun guns and telescopic batons, after visiting a #Polish market. The weapons were confiscated.
♨️Welt, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:17 AM
🦅🇩🇪Bus Accident in Saarbrücken: Over 30 Injured, Including Children!

Two buses collided in #Saarbrücken, injuring over 30 people, including 12 children. The cause of the #accident is under investigation.
♨️Tagesschau, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:14 AM
🦅🇩🇪Uniper Repays €2.6 Billion in State Aid!

#Uniper repays €2.6 billion to #Germany after receiving €13.5 billion in state aid during the #gascrisis. The repayment is part of an #EU mandate.
♨️Business Insider, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 10:09 AM
🦅🇩🇪Habeck Will No Longer Play a Leading Role in the Greens!

Robert #Habeck announces he will not seek a leading role in the #Green Party after their poor #election results. He expresses disappointment but acknowledges the need for the party to reorganize.
♨️RND, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 25, 2025 at 9:50 AM
🦅🇩🇪Knife attack in Mannheim: Trial begins!

The trial for the fatal stabbing of a police officer at Mannheim's market square began in Stuttgart. The accused, Suleiman A., has so far only spoken about his life in Afghanistan and his escape to #Europe, not the attack itself.
♨️Tagesschau, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 20, 2025 at 11:37 PM
🦅🇩🇪 Berlin Hotel Overnights Surge in 2024!

#Berlin 's hotels recorded over 30 million overnight stays in 2024, a 5.2% increase from last year. The #city attracted 12.7 million visitors, with #international guests making up 42% of the total.
♨️RBB24, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 20, 2025 at 11:22 PM
🦅🇩🇪 The German arms industry is booming!

#Germany 's defense industry is booming due to increased #military spending and the ongoing #Ukraine war. Companies like #Rheinmetall and #Thyssenkrupp are seeing significant growth, with higher demand for #defense technology.
♨️ZDF, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 20, 2025 at 11:17 PM
🦅Why Elections in Ukraine Make No Sense Right Now!

As Donald #Trump is currently, knowingly or not, making some false and misleading claims about #Ukraine and President #Zelenskyy, we have compiled a list of why #elections would not serve any purpose of legitimacy right now.
-TGV
February 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🦅🇪🇺Police Office warned of attack!

The German Police warned #Austrian authorities of a planned #attack at #Vienna 's Westbahnhof, leading to the arrest of a 14-year-old suspect. The attack was reportedly thwarted, with sketches and materials found during a #raid.
♨️Spiegel, 18.02.25♨️
-TGV
February 20, 2025 at 11:09 AM