Daily Briefing 18.04.2026, 17:07 (CEST)

German Finance Minister: EU kerosene shortage fears are founded

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has called for steps to address an emerging European kerosene shortage, while urging to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

Thousands demonstrate in Germany against government's energy policy

Thousands of people took to the streets in Germany on Saturday to protest the government's energy policies.

German minister says Iran war not driving more migration to Europe

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the Iran war has so far not led to increased migration to Europe.

US approves potential $11.9 billion military sale to Germany

The United States has approved a possible sale of military equipment to Germany with an estimated value of $11.9 billion, the US State Department said on Friday.

Lufthansa: Flights resuming as planned after string of strikes

All Lufthansa aircraft were returning to the skies as scheduled on Saturday, the German company said following major disruptions during a week of strike action.

German rail launches €20 billion overhaul of stations

German rail operator Deutsche Bahn plans to invest €4 billion ($4.7 billion) annually in the renovation of train stations until 2030, chief executive Evelyn Palla said.

Cobolli beats home favourite Zverev to reach Munich Open final

Flavio Cobolli silenced the German crowd as he beat home favourite Alexander Zverev on Saturday to reach the final of the Munich Open.

German Shipowners await reliable guarantees in Strait of Hormuz

The renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran on Saturday highlights the fragility of the situation for companies operating in the Gulf region, according to German shipowners.

One dead, four seriously injured after explosion in western Germany

One man was killed in an explosion in a pedestrian underpass in Völklingen, a town in western Germany near the French border, police said on Saturday.

Bayern not expecting ban on spectators after Champions League chaos

Bayern Munich are not expecting to be punished with a partial ban on spectators due to incidents during the Champions League quarter-finals against Real Madrid.