Gas supply crisis fears grow as Germany triggers ‘early warning’

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia will soon only accept payments for gas in roubles, likely an effort to bolster its currency. Western countries have said they will not comply.

German FM urges end to Mali’s cooperation with Russian forces

Annalena Baerbock says military efforts between EU nations and Mali cannot continue without the removal of Russian forces from the country.

Germany finds hundreds of Nazi-linked staff in security agencies

A German interior ministry report says a three-year-long review found 327 employees linked to right-wing extremism.

Germany returns artefacts taken from Africa during colonial rule

Priceless artefacts taken from Cameroon, Namibia and Tanzania during colonial times will be permanently returned, Germany says.

Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will visit the Republic of Malta from 5 to 7 October.

On 7 October, the Federal President will hold bilateral political talks with the Maltese President.