AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRussia Policy: Berlin says it will maintain sanctions on Moscow and work with EU partners on further restrictions, despite Washington’s temporary easing of sanctions on Russian diesel. Meanwhile, pressure is mounting inside the SPD to expel former chancellor Gerhard Schröder after his birthday visit to Vladimir Putin. Gaza Protests: Around 3,500 people marched in Berlin, criticising Israel’s attacks and Germany’s support for Israel; a small counter-demonstration also took place. EU Budget: Germany is leading calls for deep cuts to the bloc’s 2028–34 budget, putting it at odds with France, which argues Europe needs more funding for defence and competitiveness. Ireland’s proposed €141 billion reduction has drawn criticism from both sides. Far Right: The AfD’s gains are testing Germany’s political firewall. In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the SPD, Greens and Left are preparing coalition talks to keep the party out of government. Justice: Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig plans a bill requiring volunteer judges to support Germany’s constitutional order, aiming to block extremists from serving.
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