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Removal of Maassen balances conflicting demands of parties in chancellor’s alliance
Mr Maassen has been accused of downplaying threat of rightwing extremism
Junior party’s move threatens to open new coalition rift
Merkel warns Syrian leader as Berlin signals it could play role in possible air strikes by west
Maassen accused of political meddling and downplaying rightwing extremism threat
Chancellor says arguments for moving such activity to the continent are ‘plausible’
Next 12 months will bring unprecedented reshuffle in EU power structures
Merkel government’s froideur towards global lenders warms up
EU leaders should seek a central bank candidate who represents continuity
Giving the currency a bigger global function means rewiring the EU’s machinery
Why is Angela Merkel allowing her country to be cut off from its hinterland?
Berlin’s switch in focus from ECB to Commission is blow for Bundesbank’s Weidmann
Bundesbank chief Jens Weidmann has been seen as key contender for ECB role
Putin wants to convince European nations to normalise relations with Assad
German chancellor to hold talks in Azerbaijan on boosting Caspian gas supplies to EU
Talks at chancellor’s retreat billed as turning point in Russo-German relations
The Benalla affair shows the president is meeting political headwinds
Berlin seeking agreements with EU countries to ease domestic pressure over refugees
The debate over the future of nuclear deterrence in Europe is simmering in Berlin
Barnier hints at shift to help May push Brexit deal through parliament
Despite disputes over trade, Nato and immigration, Berlin and Washington must find a way to work together
Theresa May is encouraged German chancellor is becoming more flexible on future ties
Weak digital infrastructure cited as obstacle to doing business in Germany
Mesut Ozil’s decision to quit national team underscores a shift in mood towards immigration
Chancellor admits dispute with ally has fuelled disenchantment with her coalition
