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German police are examining a letter from the group 'Ulrike Meinhof Red Working Group of Actions' claiming responsibility for the arson of three Bundeswehr logistics trucks on the premises of a civilian repair shop near Magdeburg at the end of September. The fire has been classified as arson and the investigation continues.
Javlon TursunovGermany's Federal Prosecutor's Office announced the arrest of a Ukrainian citizen known as Vadym Yu., suspected of passing data on the production of armored vehicles, ammunition and explosives, as well as on military facilities on NATO's eastern flank, to Russian intelligence. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said such cases will recur.
Sevara AzamovaGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz said his main concern is not the economy or China, but Russia's influence on society and the destabilization of European countries. The Bundeswehr raised its assessment of the sabotage threat to the second level, after a drone with explosives was found near Wunstorf airbase in September. Moscow denies involvement.
Javlon TursunovGermany's export-driven economic model is under pressure from China, high energy prices and bureaucracy. Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government presented a program to develop six high-tech sectors, while the Made for Germany initiative estimated investment potential at up to €4.1 trillion by 2035. At the same time, the AfD is leading in polls for the first time.
Javlon TursunovAccording to WTTC data cited by Visual Capitalist, the US topped the ranking of the largest tourism economies in 2025 with $2.63 trillion, ahead of China ($1.75 trillion) by $880 billion. Germany became Europe's leader, while Japan received a record 42.7 million foreign tourists.
Sevara AzamovaGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz said at the Berlin Global Dialogue forum that what worries him most is not the economy, the US or China, but Russia's influence on European society. He accused Moscow of daily hybrid attacks and disinformation, and also stressed that Ukraine's capitulation is unacceptable.
Sevara AzamovaRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, at a meeting with university graduates newly entering the diplomatic service, criticized the position of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who ruled out a return to Russian gas pipelines. According to Lavrov, Berlin's rejection of Russian energy resources led to electricity prices rising three- to fourfold. He also suggested that the US could buy up Russian gas and resell it to Europe under its own brand.
Javlon TursunovRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, at a meeting with university graduates entering diplomatic service for the first time, said that Russia does not intend to finally abandon the restoration of the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines. He contrasted Moscow's position with the statement by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that Berlin will 'never' restore the Nord Streams. Lavrov linked Germany's rejection of Russian gas to rising electricity prices and continued support for Kyiv
Sevara AzamovaCo-chair of the right-wing party 'Alternative for Germany' Alice Weidel, at a briefing at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, presented the party's document on EU policy, calling for returning powers to national parliaments, reforming European treaties, and introducing a veto right to opt out.
Sevara AzamovaThe 'Gen Z regelt' initiative called for actions in 21 German cities on October 31 against problems in schools, austerity, cost of living, conscription and climate change. Police are 'vigilant and calm', but the police union warned of a tough response to riots amid unrest in France.
Sevara AzamovaAccording to the Bundesbank, Germany's economy likely did not grow in the third quarter due to rising energy prices, low water levels in the Rhine and weakness in the automotive sector. Annual harmonized inflation accelerated in September to 3.3% from 2.9% in August — the highest since late 2023. The bank expects elevated inflation to persist.
Sevara AzamovaGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz said at the Berlin Global Dialogue conference that Europe does not seek a trade war with China, but is ready to defend its industries against unfair practices. According to him, trade defence instruments are being prepared on a Franco-German initiative, while dialogue with Beijing continues.
Javlon TursunovGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz, at the Berlin Global Dialogue conference, called on US President Donald Trump to invite South Africa to the G20 summit in Miami in December. Earlier, Trump announced that South Africa would not receive an invitation. Merz also spoke in favor of a greater role for Europe in the G20 and proposed a 'Miami growth agenda'.
Sevara AzamovaSergei Kuznetsov, accused of organizing the sabotage of Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2, refused to give oral testimony in the Hamburg court. His Italian lawyer Nicola Canestrini explained this by fear of criminal prosecution in Ukraine for disclosing military secrets and intends to seek dismissal of the case.
Javlon TursunovOn October 21, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the work of the Kashkadarya Advanced Professional Skills College and the 'Town of Professions' built on its basis. The complex, worth 42 billion soums, covers 5.2 hectares and includes 14 buildings. The college has 417 students in 10 fields; by the end of the year, 500 young people are planned to be taught German and sent to a paid internship in Germany.
Sevara AzamovaThe FSB reported the detention of a German citizen who signed a contract with the Ukrainian Armed Forces in 2025 but deserted after not receiving the promised 100,000 hryvnias. According to the FSB, he previously served in the Bundeswehr and took part in conflicts in Afghanistan, Somalia, Syria and Ukraine. Berlin has not yet commented on the substance of the case.
Javlon TursunovThe initiative 'Gen Z steht auf' called for actions on October 31 in Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Frankfurt and Munich against cuts in education and the social sector, rising prices, and plans for military conscription. Berlin police warned that radical groups may attempt to exploit the protests, while organizers assured the actions would be peaceful.
Sevara AzamovaThe Migration Agency of Uzbekistan together with the German company RecruitMed announced the selection of 50 truck drivers to work in Germany. Candidates must hold category C and CE licenses and have at least two years of experience; age limit is up to 40 (up to 45 with a code 95 certificate). Those selected will study German for free in Tashkent for six months and receive dormitory accommodation. Until qualification recognition, the salary will be 1,800 euros net. Interviews will take place on November 6 and 10, 2026.
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