The collapse of Olaf Scholz’s dysfunctional coalition government could not have come at a worse time for Europe.

President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed protectionist policies, including hefty tariffs, will hurt Europe’s economic standing ...

German officials insist they’ve done more to prepare for a Trump presidency this time, but analysts say a power vacuum in ...

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The European Union must be united and coordinate closely in view of Donald Trump's coming return to the White House, the ...

French tyre company Michelin said Tuesday it would close two French plants by early 2026 and German parts maker Schaeffler ...

In Germany, all employees are entitled by law to six weeks’ sick leave a year at full pay. If an employee comes down with an ...

Mr Trump’s triumph means that those days in Europe are over. Few places will be worse affected by the return to the White ...

The political crisis was triggered just hours after it was announced former US President Donald Trump will get a second term ...

After months of disputes, Chancellor Olaf Scholz ousted one of his governing partners, adding to the challenges for Europe ...

Germany will be able to provide most of the 4 billion euros ($4.3 billion) pledged to Ukraine even if the 2025 budget cannot ...

The political crisis in powerhouse Germany spells uncertainty for Europe at a critical time, but the prospect of new ...