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On This Day: Germany Surrenders, Ending WWII in Europe

On This Day: Germany Surrenders, Ending WWII in Europe

World War II in Europe reached its conclusion in May 1945, marking the end of a devastating conflict that had engulfed the continent for nearly six...

A small town in Germany braces for end to decades of life with US troops

A small town in Germany braces for end to decades of life with US troops

By Lisi Niesner VILSECK, Germany, May 6 (Reuters) - The picturesque Bavarian town of Vilseck has hosted U.S. forces since the end of World War Two and could bear the brunt of President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw at least 5,000 troops from Germany.

Germany's March exports beat expectations, but industrial output falls

Germany's March exports beat expectations, but industrial output falls

By Miranda Murray BERLIN, May 8 (Reuters) - German exports rose unexpectedly in March, official data showed on Friday, lifted by higher demand from Europe, as industrial output fell despite a forecast rise, dampened by a drop in energy production.

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefire

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefire

MOSCOW, May 8 (Reuters) - Russia and Ukraine accused each other on Friday of violating a two-day ceasefire announced by Moscow to cover the celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.

A German Jet Base Attack Earned the Squadron Honors

A German Jet Base Attack Earned the Squadron Honors

The 730th Air Mobility Training Squadron has a rich history that spans several decades, evolving through various roles and responsibilities. Initia...

Explainer-Can Trump pull thousands of US troops out of Germany?

Explainer-Can Trump pull thousands of US troops out of Germany?

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, May 7 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump announced that he will withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany as a rift over the Iran war widens between the Republican's administration and NATO allies and other partners in Europe.

German industrial orders surge in March as firms brace for more Iran war pain

German industrial orders surge in March as firms brace for more Iran war pain

By Miranda Murray and Rene Wagner BERLIN, May 6 (Reuters) - German industrial orders rose more than expected in the first month following the outbreak of the Iran war, even when excluding volatile large-scale orders, as demand probably surged in anticipation of higher prices and potential

Inside the Decisions That Shaped a WWII Turning Point

Inside the Decisions That Shaped a WWII Turning Point

The Battle of the Coral Sea, fought between May 4 and May 8, 1942, was a groundbreaking naval engagement that showcased the evolving tactics of war...

France reckons with Nazi-looted art in new Paris museum gallery

France reckons with Nazi-looted art in new Paris museum gallery

One of the top art museums in Paris has opened a new gallery dedicated to orphaned masterpieces plundered by the Nazis

Germany ponders last-ditch plan to thwart Italian bid for Commerzbank

Germany ponders last-ditch plan to thwart Italian bid for Commerzbank

By Tom Sims and John O'Donnell FRANKFURT, May 6 (Reuters) - As UniCredit prepares to take over Commerzbank, some members of Germany's government are examining a drastic step to fend off the unwanted Italian bidder by taking a bigger stake in a lender Berlin considers strategic, people involved in

US military leaders say ceasefire with Iran holding despite attacks in the Strait of Hormuz

US military leaders say ceasefire with Iran holding despite attacks in the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. military leaders say a ceasefire with Iran remains in effect a day after Tehran was blamed for new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and against the United Arab Emirates

Luis de la Fuente speaks on Dani Carvajal’s World Cup status

Luis de la Fuente speaks on Dani Carvajal’s World Cup status

Spain coach says Real Madrid veteran “needs time” to return to his best level following recent physical setbacks