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Germany Rejects US Human Rights Report, Citing ‘High Level of Freedom of Expression’

Germany Rejects US Human Rights Report, Citing ‘High Level of Freedom of Expression’

Germany Rejects US Human Rights Report, Citing ‘High Level of Freedom of Expression’ The German government has vehemently rejected the US State Department’s 2024 Human Rights Report, pushing back against claims that freedom of expression is under threat in the country. Deputy Government Spokesman Steffen Meyer asserted, “There is no censorship in Germany,” emphasizing the nation’s commitment to defending its “very high level of freedom of expression.” The controversial report, which has faced accusations of political bias, stated that Germany’s…

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Germany Rejects US Censorship Claims in Latest Human Rights Report

Germany Rejects US Censorship Claims in Latest Human Rights Report

Germany Rejects US Censorship Claims in Latest Human Rights Report Berlin has officially refuted claims made by the United States in its latest human rights report, which reportedly included accusations of censorship practices within Germany. German officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated that the allegations were unfounded and did not accurately reflect the nation’s unwavering commitment to press freedom and democratic values. The annual US human rights report typically scrutinizes various countries on their adherence to international human rights…

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Germany Suspends Military Exports to Israel Amid Rising Gaza Concerns

Germany Suspends Military Exports to Israel Amid Rising Gaza Concerns

Germany Suspends Military Exports to Israel Amid Rising Gaza Concerns BERLIN (AP) — Germany has announced an immediate halt to all military equipment exports to Israel that could be used in the Gaza Strip, Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed on Friday. This decisive action comes as a strikingly swift response from one of Israel’s strongest international backers, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Cabinet decision to take over Gaza City. The move by Berlin signals a significant shift, further isolating Israel amidst…

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AfD Disruption Mars Srebrenica Remembrance in Bundestag; Chancellor Merz Set for Landmark UK Visit

AfD Disruption Mars Srebrenica Remembrance in Bundestag; Chancellor Merz Set for Landmark UK Visit

AfD Disruption Mars Srebrenica Remembrance in Bundestag; Chancellor Merz Set for Landmark UK Visit Germany’s Bundestag held a solemn session on Friday, July 11, to commemorate the 8,000 victims of the Srebrenica massacre, which began on July 11, 1995. The remembrance was marred by disruptions from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. Two AfD members caused an uproar by questioning the definition of the massacre as an act of genocide. In response, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul delivered an impromptu…

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