Politics

Parliament, the federal states and international diplomacy: the day's most consequential political developments, from draft legislation and coalition disputes to elections and what follows them.

Literary Award for Chinese Delivery Worker Wang Jibing

Wang Jibing, a delivery worker from China, received a prestigious literary award for his poetry.

International6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Space exploration: SpaceX rocket stage likely strikes the Moon unexpectedly

A stage of a SpaceX rocket may have unexpectedly struck the Moon, presenting a rare opportunity for research.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Calls for a Woman as Federal President Grow

In the fall, the Union and SPD will decide on the successor to Federal President Steinmeier. The SPD advocates for a female candidate, while the CDU's position is less clear.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Iceland expels whaling opponents from the country

Iceland has resumed its hunt for fin whales after a two-year hiatus. Activists who aimed to prevent this have now been expelled from the country.

International6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

ARD-DeutschlandTrend: AfD reaches record high, Union loses support

The latest poll shows an increase for the AfD and a decline for the Union following the recent cabinet reshuffle.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Two trams collide in Gelsenkirchen

In Gelsenkirchen, two trams have collided, leaving numerous people injured. The accident occurred on a heavily trafficked street.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

El-Sayed wins Democratic primary in Michigan

Abdul El-Sayed has secured the Democratic nomination for the Senate elections in Michigan and is seen as a representative of the left wing of the party.

International6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

New Memorial Site Remembers CSD Victims in Berlin

A memorial site featuring a maple tree and a rainbow bench has been opened in Berlin's Tiergarten to commemorate the terrorist attack during the Christopher Street Day celebrations.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Hiroshima commemorates the victims of the atomic bombing 81 years ago

In Hiroshima, victims of the 1945 atomic bombing were commemorated. A memorial event reflected on the effects of the use of the atomic weapon.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Iran and Oman negotiate over the Strait of Hormuz

Negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding a possible agreement on the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing, while the blockade by Iran continues.

International6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Commerzbank increases profit and enters talks with UniCredit

Commerzbank reports record profits in the first half of the year and begins discussions with UniCredit about a potential takeover.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Bilger announces immediate measures against low water consequences in Bonn

Federal Minister of Transport Bilger has announced short-term measures to ensure supply chains in light of the low water levels.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Italian government considers return to nuclear power

Italian Prime Minister Meloni pushes for a return to nuclear energy, nearly 40 years after it was abolished by referendum.

International6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Leader of the Left Party demands expropriations in Berlin as a condition for elections

The Left Party in Berlin is making the expropriation of residential companies a condition for a potential government coalition. The Greens and SPD have responded critically.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Drowning deaths in Germany increase significantly

In June, over 100 people drowned in Germany, particularly affecting young men. The DLRG calls for more education and swimming lessons.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

BGH confirms ruling on war crimes in Syria

The Federal Court of Justice has upheld a ruling on war crimes in Syria based on a historic trial from 2020.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Robert Koch Institute reports increased number of heat-related deaths

The Robert Koch Institute has raised the number of heat-related deaths during the heatwave at the end of June to 9,600.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Cologne aid organization delivers its thousandth rescue vehicle to Ukraine

The Cologne aid organization Blau-Gelbes Kreuz has delivered its thousandth rescue vehicle to Ukraine, making a strong statement.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Elections in Saxony-Anhalt Approaching

Next month, elections for a new state parliament will take place in Saxony-Anhalt. Polls indicate that the AfD is likely to perform strongly.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Drone incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport

Investigations following the discovery of a drone at Leipzig/Halle Airport suggest that a Ukrainian cargo plane may have been loaded with military munitions.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Diomande's move to Real Madrid has been finalized

Yan Diomande leaves RB Leipzig after just one season, transferring to Real Madrid, where he becomes the record transfer for the Saxony club.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Health insurers suffer millions in losses due to questionable investments

New investigations reveal that health insurers and associations of statutory health physicians have incurred significant losses from controversial investments.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

BND remains silent despite concerns about Abdul B. before the attack

Berlin's security authorities were worried about the radicalization of the alleged attacker but received no useful information from the BND.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Ukrainian arrested in Thuringia on espionage charges

A 33-year-old man is accused of spying on a Bavarian arms company for a foreign intelligence service, while authorities are speaking of possible sabotage preparations.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk