65 Episodes

  1. Is Germany changing its strategic thinking? New security council explained

    Published: 8/28/2025

  2. Why Europe shouldn’t get too excited over Trump’s peace drive

    Published: 8/22/2025

  3. The Merz era: What has he achieved? Where is he failing?

    Published: 8/14/2025

  4. Is mandatory military service on its way back in Germany?

    Published: 8/7/2025

  5. EU-US trade deal: Disaster for the German economy?

    Published: 8/1/2025

  6. How the far-right AfD fuelled a campaign of division

    Published: 7/25/2025

  7. How a routine vote blew up German politics

    Published: 7/17/2025

  8. 'Helping Ukraine defeat Russia is doable' - Estonia's prepared, not scared

    Published: 7/10/2025

  9. Why is Poland introducing controls on its border with Germany?

    Published: 7/3/2025

  10. What Trump’s power over Europe really means

    Published: 6/26/2025

  11. Bolton: Iran could become Trump's next TACO moment

    Published: 6/19/2025

  12. How ready are Germans to defend Europe?

    Published: 6/13/2025

  13. Why Germans are relieved after Merz’s Oval Office debut

    Published: 6/6/2025

  14. Why is Germany toughening its tone on Israel now?

    Published: 5/30/2025

  15. Stuck between Trump and Putin: Can Merz lead?

    Published: 5/22/2025

  16. Why socialism is making a surprise comeback in Germany

    Published: 5/15/2025

  17. Power shift in Germany: Who are the new political players?

    Published: 5/2/2025

  18. Why Ukraine can't sign off on Trump's 'deal'

    Published: 4/25/2025

  19. Can Germany cope with Xi and Trump at the same time?

    Published: 4/17/2025

  20. Will Merz's coalition deal do the economic trick?

    Published: 4/11/2025

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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: [email protected]. Or find us on X: @dw_politics.