Daily Briefing 19.04.2026, 12:10 (CEST)

Swiss and German cruise ships leave Strait of Hormuz

Three cruise ships stranded in the Gulf because of the Iran war have successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz and are on their way to Europe, the ships owners said on Saturday.

'Real revolution:' International media celebrates Eta's Union debut

It seemed as if the entire football world had their eyes on the Bundesliga on Saturday to witness Marie-Louise Eta's historic debut as head coach of Union Berlin.

Poll shows Germany's AfD widening lead over Merz's conservatives

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has widened its lead over the conservative bloc of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, according to a new poll released on Saturday.

One driver dies after serious seven-car crash in Nürburgring

One driver died in a serious seven-car crash during the qualifying race for the Nürburgring 24 Hours on Saturday.

Dortmund lose and leave door open for Bayern to claim league title

Bayern Munich will have a first chance to seal the Bundesliga title this weekend after Borussia Dortmund suffered a 2-1 defeat at Hoffenheim on Saturday.

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.