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Egypt
Egyptian soldiers restore order around palace
Egyptian soldiers have restored order around the presidential palace after a deadly night of clashes between pro- and anti-government protesters. However, there is still no sign of a resolution to the political crisis.
Israel
Israeli and German leaders paper over cracks in relations
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have said bilateral relations remain good despite recent disagreements. Merkel added, however, they had agreed to disagree on key policies.
Extremism
Merkel non-commital on bid to ban far-right NPD
The premiers of Germany's 16 states have decided to pursue a ban of an extreme-right political party. However, the federal government has not thrown its support behind the bid - at least not yet.
Climate
German Environment Minister Altmaier makes Doha appeal
Peter Altmaier has addressed the UN's world climate conference in Doha, just a day before the difficult talks conclude. He said a deal was needed, lest some delegates found their houses under rising seas.
Religion
German President Gauck meets with Pope Benedict
German President Joachim Gauck has met with Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatican. The two leaders discussed religion, Europe's current economic crisis and the future of the continent.
People
Merkel goes second in Forbes' list, behind obvious Obama
A shoo-in for the most powerful woman on earth each year, Angela Merkel has climbed to second in Forbes' list of most powerful people. China's impending leadership change helped her climb the league table.
Business
Corporate Governance
ThyssenKrupp sacks managers amid graft, cartel allegations
German steelmaker ThyssenKrupp has dismissed three senior managers involved in a series of scandals about luxury travels, price fixing and mismanagement. The reshuffle is dubbed a "fresh start" for the struggling firm.
Banking
ECB holds key lending rate despite bleaker outlook
The European Central Bank has left borrowing costs in the euro area unchanged. But it has also reiterated its resolve to help debt-stricken nations, with its new bond-buying program yet to be tapped.
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