• DW Berlin Briefing - Inside German politics

  • By: DW
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DW Berlin Briefing - Inside German politics

By: DW
  • Summary

  • We break down how events like Russia's war in Ukraine and European security shifts are shaping Germany - and the world. Whether you’re a student, journalist, or policymaker, hosts Nina Haase, Michaela Küfner, and Richard Walker deliver the insights you need to understand where Germany is headed and why it matters, with a hint of Berlin's distinct energy. Published every Friday. Find us also on YouTube: @dwnews. Subscribe to our newsletter: dw.com/berlinbriefing. Leave us a comment here: newsletter@dw.com. Or find us on X: @dw_politics.
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Episodes
  • Anti-NATO, anti-woke: The new party disrupting German politics
    Jan 3 2025
    Germany’s new BSW party, led by Sahra Wagenknecht, is shaking up politics with a mix of left- and right-wing ideas. Opposing NATO and climate policies while advocating for a stronger welfare state and industry revival, it’s dividing opinions ahead of the elections. DW’s Richard Walker, Matthew Moore, and historian Katja Hoyer explore its platform and potential impact.
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    36 mins
  • Why Germany’s far-right AfD is set to break records
    Dec 27 2024
    Elon Musk says there's only one political party that can save Germany: the Alternative for Germany (AfD). The far-right party is on track for its best result ever in Germany’s upcoming elections. What is driving its growth? How would the AfD change Germany? DW’s Richard Walker, Matthew Moore and Stefanie Witte (Tagesspiegel) discuss in this Berlin Briefing (recorded on December 13).
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    44 mins
  • How Assad’s fall is shaking up Germany’s migration debate
    Dec 20 2024
    In this episode, we dive into the complexities surrounding the future of Syrians in Germany. The debate has been heating up since the Assad regime was toppled. Host Nina Haase speaks to DW's Michaela Küfner and migration expert Raphael Bossong from SWP think tank about where Germany stands-almost ten years after Angela Merkel said "we can do this" about taking in more than a million people.
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    35 mins

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