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Thuringia Proposes Long-Term Care Insurance Overhaul

Thuringia's Social Minister proposes a German long-term care insurance system overhaul, capping personal contributions at a fixed amount to alleviate financial strains on low-income seniors and municipalities, mirroring car insurance principles.

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No Poverty
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Germany's Women's Hockey Team Reaches EM Final

Germany's women's hockey team advanced to the European Championship final after a 1-1 draw and 3-2 shootout victory against Belgium, setting up a final match against the Netherlands on Sunday.

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Gender Equality
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Elderly Sexual Assault Underreported in Germany

A 23-year-old man in Kehl, Germany, is under investigation for murder and sexual assault of an 84-year-old woman; while this is a rare occurrence, sexual assault against the elderly is underreported due to factors like shame and difficulty reporting.

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Gender Equality
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Germany to Establish National Security Council

Germany will establish a National Security Council in October 2024, replacing existing structures to centralize security information and improve crisis response, mirroring similar councils in around 60 countries.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Germany Deports Afghan Activists, Violating Prior Asylum Promises

Germany is facing criticism for deporting dozens of Afghan activists back to Afghanistan, despite prior promises to relocate those who had worked with the West, revealing systemic failures in its refugee program and casting a shadow on its international reputation.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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LEG Immobilien CEO Calls for EU-Wide Harmonization of Building Emission Rules

LEG Immobilien CEO Lars von Lackum urges EU-wide harmonization of building emission regulations, citing discrepancies in energy efficiency standards across member states and the need for technology-neutral KfW funding for heating transitions, amid Germany's planned heating regulation reform.

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Climate Action
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Germany Rejects Colonial Reparations Despite Namibia Payment

The German government rejects reparations for its colonial past, citing the lack of applicable international law at the time, while offering 1.1 billion euros to Namibia for development and reconciliation over 30 years; however, no money has been paid yet.

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Reduced Inequality
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Poorly Prepared Alaska Meeting Delivers Psychological Victory to Putin

Former German ambassador to Russia Rüdiger von Fritsch assesses the Alaska meeting as poorly prepared, resulting in a significant psychological victory for Putin who leveraged President Trump to shift responsibility to Ukraine and Europe; criticizing U.S. negotiator's lack of experience and Trump's ...

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German Lawmakers Condemn Putin-Trump Summit Outcomes

German politicians expressed strong criticism of the Putin-Trump summit in Alaska on August 16th, highlighting Putin's perceived gains, including diplomatic support and lack of sanctions, while emphasizing the absence of a ceasefire agreement or substantial concessions.

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Germany Halts Humanitarian Visas for Russians and Belarusians

Germany suspended its humanitarian visa program for Russians and Belarusians in late July, affecting roughly 300 individuals who had prior approval but faced denial due to a stricter migration policy shift; this impacts those fleeing persecution for anti-war stances or political activism.

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Germany Establishes National Security Council to Improve Crisis Response

Germany is establishing a National Security Council (NSR) to improve its crisis response and decision-making, addressing past inefficiencies and a lack of coordinated action in security matters, starting operations in October 2024.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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German Water Utilities Anticipate More Shortages Due to Climate Change

A survey of 127 German municipal water utilities reveals 45% reported increased water demand during heatwaves, with 29% experiencing temporary shortages due to overloaded infrastructure (16%) or insufficient water (13%); two-thirds anticipate more shortages, prompting calls for policy support.

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Clean Water and Sanitation

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