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Delegates sit around the horseshoe-shaped table at the UN

Why Germany wants a seat at the UN Security Council

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul talked to DW about why diplomacy still matters.
PoliticsApril 29, 2026
USA New York 2025 | Außenminister Johann Wadephul im DW-Interview

Iran 'playing for time' in talks with US, German FM says

Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul accused Tehran of stalling tactics in talks with the Trump administration.
PoliticsApril 29, 202608:29 min
Olaf Scholz in Munich, Germany standing in front of US and Ukraine flags

Trump's win, German government crisis threaten Ukraine aid

With Donald Trump winning the US election and the German government collapsing, where does that leave Ukraine aid?
PoliticsNovember 7, 202406:23 min
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Stories by Max Hofmann

Teaser Berlin Briefing NEU

What the AfD would do in power

What the AfD would do in power

The AfD is surging in the polls - in some regions, it's way out in front of Germany’s traditional parties. But despite record support, the far-right party still has almost no real executive power. Why is that? And could that soon change? In this episode host Max Hofmann discusses with DW’s Matthew Moore and author/historian Katja Hoyer what would happen if the AfD won a state outright.
PoliticsMay 22, 202642:22 min
Teaser Berlin Briefing NEU

What the AfD would do in power

What the AfD would do in power

The AfD is surging in the polls - in some regions, it's way out in front of Germany’s traditional parties. But despite record support, the far-right party still has almost no real executive power. Why is that? And could that soon change? In this episode host Max Hofmann discusses with DW’s Matthew Moore and author/historian Katja Hoyer what would happen if the AfD won a state outright.
PoliticsMay 22, 202644:08 min
Teaser Berlin Briefing NEU

Why is Chancellor Merz so unpopular — and is it fair?

Why is Chancellor Merz so unpopular — and is it fair?

Germany’s chancellor tops the wrong rankings: approval is at a record low and the AfD has overtaken the CDU/CSU in some polls. But do polls really capture Friedrich Merz’s performance? In this episode, DW Berlin Bureau chief Maximilian Hofmann speaks with DW Chief Political Editor Michaela Küfner, Dr. Roland Abold from polling institute infratest dimap and Berlin-based French journalist Luc André.
PoliticsApril 24, 202636:21 min
On a blue background, a miniature drawing of the Brandenburg Gate is seen between the words "Berlin Briefing" in caps and a design depicting radio airwaves

Why is Chancellor Merz so unpopular — and is it fair?

Why is Chancellor Merz so unpopular — and is it fair?

Germany’s chancellor tops the wrong rankings: approval is at a record low and the AfD has overtaken the CDU/CSU in some polls. But do polls really capture Friedrich Merz’s performance? In this episode, DW Berlin Bureau chief Maximilian Hofmann speaks with DW Chief Political Editor Michaela Küfner, Dr. Roland Abold from polling institute infratest dimap and Berlin-based French journalist Luc André.
PoliticsApril 24, 202638:50 min
On a blue background, a miniature drawing of the Brandenburg Gate is seen between the words "Berlin Briefing" in caps and a design depicting radio airwaves

Hungary's election: Is Berlin betting against Orbán?

Hungary's election: Is Berlin betting against Orbán?

Hungary is heading into one of its most consequential elections in years - and all of Europe is watching closely. Officially, Berlin says it remains neutral. Unofficially, the stakes could hardly be higher. In this episode of Berlin Briefing, host Max Hofmann breaks down the key issues shaping Hungary’s upcoming election with Dora Diseri from DW’s Hungarian Service and EU expert Kai-Olaf Lang.
PoliticsApril 10, 202634:57 min
Teaser Berlin Briefing NEU

Hungary's election: Is Berlin betting against Orbán?

Hungary's election: Is Berlin betting against Orbán?

Hungary is heading into one of its most consequential elections in years - and all of Europe is watching closely. Officially, Berlin says it remains neutral. Unofficially, the stakes could hardly be higher. In this episode of Berlin Briefing, host Max Hofmann breaks down the key issues shaping Hungary’s upcoming election with Dora Diseri from DW’s Hungarian Service and EU expert Kai-Olaf Lang.
PoliticsApril 10, 202634:57 min
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