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Stefan Thumann, CEO of Donaustahl, revealed he is living in hiding after German authorities warned him of a Russian-orchestrated assassination plot due to his company's drone deliveries to Ukraine.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed hope for a "positive dialogue between the bank and the German authorities" regarding Unicredit.
German authorities have uncovered a large drug trafficking network, leading to the arrest of its suspected leader in Sarajevo and the seizure of 88 kilograms of cocaine.
Multiple drones were observed flying over a German military base that reportedly stores components for Patriot missile systems. The incident prompted an alert and investigation by German authorities.
German authorities have reportedly thwarted an assassination attempt on the CEO of a German drone manufacturer, according to a business ticker report.
German authorities have launched a counterterrorism investigation following an incident involving an explosive drone that led to the closure of an airport.
German authorities have requested the extradition of an Almelo man from the Netherlands, who is suspected of murdering a man from Enschede in a hotel room in Rees, Germany.
Ileana Cîrpaci, wife of Gradu Cîrpaci (known as 'Minister of Finance'), was handed over to German authorities by Romanian police based on a European arrest warrant, in connection with the case of a man forced to donate a kidney.
A suspect in a fatal attack at the Berlin Pride parade, which killed a 65-year-old Polish woman, was shot and killed by police during an operation, sparking criticism of German authorities and ongoing questions about the incident.
German authorities have declared the deadly attack at the Berlin Pride parade a terrorist act, with police actively searching for an Islamist suspect. The incident, which killed one and injured 16, has drawn widespread condemnation from Dutch and German leaders.
Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) commented on statements from German authorities expressing a desire for access to nuclear weapons, noting that their rhetoric strongly resembles that often used when discussing Iran.
German authorities are investigating the mysterious disappearance of 20 tons of Emmental cheese that went missing while being transported from Germany to France.
A preliminary report from German authorities investigating a serious Lufthansa aircraft malfunction on June 4 in Frankfurt indicates that a missing safety pin on the landing gear during a ground check caused the plane to nose-dive.
German authorities have uncovered a Telegram chat group where men allegedly drugged and secretly filmed mainly women of Chinese heritage, leading to police investigations and arrests.
German intelligence services have upgraded the classification of the Austrian broadcaster 'AUF1', popular among FPÖ and AfD politicians, to a 'secured right-wing extremist endeavor' in their new report. Previously, it was listed as a 'suspected case'.
A 35-year-old Romanian citizen, wanted internationally by German authorities for drug trafficking, was apprehended by police in Bistrița while relaxing in an inflatable pool on his apartment terrace.
German authorities are conducting searches amid suspicions of sabotage related to the liquidation of Gazprom's operations in the country. The investigation focuses on potential foul play during the company's withdrawal.
Three suspects have been arrested during raids in the Netherlands and Germany as part of a large-scale drug investigation, according to a joint press release from German authorities including the Public Prosecutor's Office, customs, and Frankfurt am Main police.
A Danish man has been charged in Germany for a planned attack on Jews, having been arrested on behalf of German authorities. The individual is accused of involvement in a conspiracy to target Jewish individuals.
German authorities have arrested a married couple in Munich on suspicion of spying for China, alleging they recruited scientists to gather information on high-tech research. The arrests highlight ongoing concerns about foreign intelligence activities within Germany.
German security authorities are successfully solving numerous murder cases that date back decades, indicating the effectiveness of the rule of law.
German authorities conducted a large-scale raid in Berlin targeting organized crime, involving hundreds of police and special units. The operation resulted in the arrest of nine individuals.
German authorities and rescue organizers continue to assert that the humpback whale named Timmy is alive, with Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Environment Minister Till Backhaus criticizing the rescue team for not providing sufficient information.
German authorities launched a large-scale police operation involving 1,200 officers across 28 cities, targeting the Hells Angels motorcycle gang. The raids aimed to combat organized crime and seize assets from the group.
Polish police apprehended a 39-year-old man driving despite two court bans, who attempted to flee and dragged an officer. Subsequently, his 30-year-old friend, who arrived to collect the vehicle, was found to be wanted by German services.
German authorities have uncovered a human trafficking operation involving dozens of Chinese women who were illegally brought into the country to work as prostitutes. Investigations into the network are ongoing.
A Spanish court has transferred the legal case involving actress Fernandes and her ex-partner Ulmen to German authorities, as the alleged offenses are believed to have occurred in Germany.
German authorities intervened to shut down a pro-Palestinian rally held at the Buchenwald Memorial, citing concerns or regulations.
German authorities and rescue teams are continuing their efforts to free a 15-meter humpback whale stranded in the shallow waters of the Baltic Sea, but experts fear the chances of saving the 15-ton mammal are slim after several attempts have failed.
German authorities have arrested an Ukrainian national, identified as 'Serguéi N.', and a Romanian national on suspicion of espionage for Russia, with 'Serguéi N.' accused of spying on drone shipments to Ukraine.
The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning to Romanian citizens traveling to or through Germany, informing them that German authorities have extended terrestrial border controls.
Prosecutors and police in Romania have raided the homes of two members of the Cârpaci clan, who are accused by German authorities of coercing a man into donating a kidney in Germany.
Danyal Bayaz, Green Finance Minister in Baden-Württemberg, advocates for an end to silo-thinking among German authorities and faster criminal investigations for future economic scandals, citing Cum-Ex as an example.
A 16-year-old named Laura, located in Berlin, has refused any contact with her parents, a request that German authorities are respecting. She is currently being hosted in a care facility and declined assistance from Greek authorities.
German authorities issued 8,232 deportation orders to foreigners in 2025, a decrease from 9,277 cases in 2024, according to a government response to a parliamentary inquiry.
German authorities have reportedly rejected a request from Hungary's Foreign Minister to increase water levels in the Danube River. The request was made due to persistently low water levels in the Hungarian section of the river.
A German court has ruled that Turkey's ongoing peace process with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) does not eliminate the risk of torture for Kurdish asylum seekers, prompting German authorities to withdraw previous decisions.
German authorities warn that the Rhine River, already at unprecedented low levels due to lack of sustained precipitation, risks becoming unnavigable across its entire course in Germany and could remain 'cut in two'.
German authorities have arrested an individual suspected of being a hitman with connections to killings carried out by the Greek Mafia.
German authorities are investigating a suspected hybrid attack after a drone was discovered at a NATO logistics hub, with a German official denying reports of an ammunition find.
German authorities are investigating after an explosive-laden drone was discovered near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig/Halle Airport, prompting a security alert and temporary closure. The incident also involved a DHL cargo plane making an emergency landing after colliding with an unknown object.
Following a terrorist attack in Berlin, which German authorities labeled as Islamist, conspiracy theories about a Zionist plot are circulating in certain social media circles, propagated by figures including a known film director and an imam.
German authorities are facing criticism for their handling of Abdul B., who was classified as a "high-risk person" by the BKA, following an attack on a CSD event. Media reports are now referring to the incident as a terrorist attack, raising questions about the justice and police systems' oversight.
A terror attack at the Berlin Pride parade, which killed a Polish citizen and injured 29 others, has led to intense scrutiny of German authorities for not monitoring the high-risk suspect and prompted calls for tighter extremism laws. Chancellor Merz is facing pressure over security lapses, while a second suspect initially detained was later released.
German authorities have given the green light for a factory in Germany to be used in a controversial French-Russian nuclear project, despite critics' fears of potential spying and sabotage by Moscow.
German authorities are denying almost all asylum applications from Russian army deserters, raising fears among those who fled the front lines.
German authorities have charged a 29-year-old man with kidnapping for ransom after he held a woman hostage in a Berlin supermarket for over 11 hours.
Romanian police, supported by German authorities, Eurojust, and Europol, have launched a large-scale investigation into an international criminal group accused of defrauding dozens of people by selling non-existent cars, with damages exceeding one million euros.
A 64-year-old foreign national, sought by German authorities under a European arrest warrant, was apprehended in Oropos, Athens, after a multi-day search by a special police unit.
A group of 50 to 60 individuals, identified by German authorities as French, reportedly caused disturbances at a swimming pool in Kehl, Germany, near Strasbourg, leading to its evacuation.
Social media claims alleging children are being sold on the platform Vinted lack evidence, according to German authorities, despite an increase in related reports.
German authorities are advising increased vigilance for travelers to Sweden, particularly in campsites, citing concerns that the country is no longer as safe as it once was due to rising crime. Sweden has been a popular summer destination due to its relaxed rules for parking RVs in nature.
Border guards at Chopin Airport in Warsaw arrested a 37-year-old Romanian citizen who was wanted under a European Arrest Warrant issued by German authorities.
German authorities have charged two men, including an alleged Iranian agent, with plotting to assassinate prominent Jewish leaders in Germany. Prosecutors state the plot was orchestrated on behalf of Iran.
The CEO of Swiss-managed GP Aviation has been arrested by German authorities, who accuse him of owing millions in air traffic taxes.
The story of Timmy, a young humpback whale found stranded on a sandbar in Timmendorfer almost two months ago, has captivated the German public. Despite an expensive rescue operation, Timmy has now died, with German authorities defending their efforts.
German authorities in Hamburg have arrested a 17-year-old suspect accused of planning an extremist-inspired attack. The arrest was made as part of an ongoing investigation into potential terrorist threats.
German authorities have initiated a large-scale operation targeting suspected neo-Nazi groups, including criminal youth organizations. The raids involved police action against individuals linked to far-right extremism.
German authorities are investigating a suspicion of espionage after a camera was found at a train station in Minden, believed to be used to spy on military transports for sabotage.
The phone of the German Bundestag President was reportedly hacked through the encrypted messaging app Signal. German authorities have launched an investigation into the cyberattack.
German authorities have uncovered a human trafficking operation involving dozens of Chinese women who were brought into the country illegally to work as prostitutes.
German actress Collien Fernandes has filed a complaint in Spain against her husband, Christian Ulmen, accusing him of identity theft and impersonation during their 13-year marriage by distributing videos of women resembling her. German authorities are reportedly not investigating the case.
German authorities have banned a pro-Palestinian rally scheduled for April 12 at the Buchenwald memorial, which was intended to mark the 81st anniversary of its liberation.
German federal authorities have issued a recall for reading glasses, two transparent bags, and a tablecloth due to excessive phthalate levels, which are softeners that can cause infertility.
Polish border guards at Medyka arrested a 35-year-old Ukrainian woman, sought across Europe by German authorities on a European Arrest Warrant for her alleged involvement in an organized crime group.
Authorities are accused of looking away for political reasons after a girl was allegedly raped in a youth center in Berlin's Neukölln district, reportedly due to concerns about stigmatizing the presumed Muslim perpetrators.
The extradition process to Germany is underway for a Lebanese national arrested in Larnaca on terrorism charges, subject to a European arrest warrant issued by the German authorities, Cyprus police…
Following a request from the Tirana Prosecutor's Office, assets belonging to Sh.K. and his father have been seized. Sh.K. is internationally wanted in Germany since 2022 for drug trafficking.
German authorities have raided three companies in Hamburg suspected of massively violating sanctions against Russia, allegedly importing goods worth over four million euros illegally into Germany.
German authorities revoked residency permits for 8,232 foreigners in 2025, a decrease from the previous year, according to government data.
German authorities have exposed a sophisticated fraud network that stole millions from online banking users' accounts.
A suspicious object discovered on train tracks in Treuchtlingen, Bavaria, led to the evacuation of nearby buildings and a halt in train traffic. German authorities later confirmed the object did not contain explosives.
German authorities are investigating more than 120 additional suspicious deaths linked to a convicted nurse, expanding the scope of his alleged crimes. The new investigations suggest a significantly higher number of victims than previously known.
German authorities have arrested a suspect who was wanted in Greece in connection with three killings.
German authorities have apprehended a Ukrainian national on suspicion of espionage, specifically targeting a defense company within Germany.
German authorities were reportedly aware of the assailant's extremist ties, as he had been imprisoned for attempting to join the Islamic State and was released weeks before attacking a gay Pride event in Berlin.
German authorities are discreetly examining China's economic vulnerabilities to identify potential leverage points for Europe, should a trade conflict with the world's second-largest economy escalate. This move suggests preparations for a possible trade war.
Polish prosecutors have launched an investigation into a Saturday attack in Berlin where a Polish citizen was killed. German authorities previously reported that the alleged perpetrator was shot dead.
The suspect in the Berlin Pride ramming attack, Abdul B., was shot and killed by German police during an operation following a 16-hour manhunt. The incident prompted grief and solidarity within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
German authorities are implementing an alcohol ban at train stations, a decision made in the aftermath of an incident involving a Bulgarian national.
Hungarian police, in collaboration with German authorities, have arrested a 33-year-old suspect in Budapest believed to be responsible for a serious violent crime in Cologne's Neustadt-Süd district.
German authorities are investigating a suspected act of sabotage on a major railway line near Cologne, which caused significant damage and halted train traffic. A left-wing extremist group, 'Kommando Angry Birds,' has claimed responsibility for the attack, stating they destroyed signaling cables.
German security services, in cooperation with international partners, successfully foiled a planned bomb attack on a military factory in Germany. The plot was reportedly carried out by Serbian agents linked to Putin, who were apprehended at the Serbian-Hungarian border.
A Turkish-German father shot six people in a youth welfare facility in Stade during a custody dispute, revealing that German authorities were unaware he was wanted in Turkey for pedophilia.
Hungarian police seized a Ferrari 458 Spider near the Tompa border crossing with Serbia. The vehicle was reported stolen by German authorities.
According to the German Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), three of the most dangerous malware variants, frequently used for digital extortion, have been taken offline by investigators.
German authorities have dismantled a major international drug trafficking network, leading to the arrest of two Dutch individuals and accusations of moving thousands of kilograms of cocaine from South America.
Wedding convoys that disrupt traffic, including blocking highways, are a growing problem in Germany, with security authorities taking action against them, though the desire to celebrate on the streets remains strong in some cultural circles.
German authorities have filed charges against two suspects accused of involvement in a murder plot allegedly backed by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
German authorities announced a plan to invest ten billion euros (equivalent to 1.4 trillion Icelandic krona) in national defense by 2029. This significant allocation aims to strengthen the country's defenses and act as a deterrent against Russia.
German authorities have discovered the Hepatitis A virus in frozen fruit products imported from Serbia. This detection has raised food safety concerns and prompted investigations.
A performative march titled 'Ukraine in Memory' took place in central Berlin to commemorate Ukrainians who died during World War II and to advocate for a dedicated memorial space for Ukrainian victims from German authorities.
A driver plowed a car into a pedestrian zone in Leipzig, Germany, resulting in the deaths of two people and serious injuries to three others. Police arrested the driver and are investigating the motive behind the incident.
Despite German authorities giving up on the rescue of the 12-ton stranded whale Timmy, new hope has emerged as a plan to 'tow' the animal to deeper waters with a special flat-bottomed vessel is being financed by millionaires.
German authorities have acquired detailed membership lists from the Islamic State terror group, revealing that some suspected terrorists may still be residing in Germany.
German authorities have uncovered a prostitution network suspected of bringing dozens of Chinese women into the country without permits. Two Chinese nationals are believed to be leading the operation, which used phone operators in China for bookings.
Portuguese police have arrested a 52-year-old man sought by German authorities for tax fraud, with a court ordering his preventive detention pending extradition proceedings.
German authorities have launched an investigation into the ex-husband of a TV star following an uproar over the creation and distribution of sexualized deepfake content.
German authorities have detained two individuals suspected of spying for Russia.
Police and DIICOT prosecutors carried out two searches in Bucharest at the request of German authorities, as part of an international investigation into construction company administrators suspected of significant tax evasion and money laundering.
DIICOT prosecutors and police conducted searches at the homes of two members of the Cârpaci clan in Timișoara, Romania, at the request of German authorities, who accuse them of forcing a man to donate a kidney in Germany.
German secret services are monitoring potential threats of bloody retaliation, with Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt mentioning an 'abstract threat' following the outbreak of a war, indicating a state of heightened alert.
A draft law indicates that German authorities will receive increased powers to combat foreign hackers.
German authorities are launching a major offensive against organized crime, aiming to facilitate the seizure of cash, luxury vehicles, and properties from suspected criminals.