Angela Merkel

Angela Merkel and Francois Hollande warn that Russia would face further economic sanctions if ceasefire agreement is not upheld.

German chancellor visiting US two days ahead of Minsk talks to address Ukrainian crisis.

German and French leaders to push for diplomatic solution to escalating crisis in eastern Ukraine.

French President Hollande and German Chancellor Merkel heading to Ukraine.

Greece's new left-wing government is trying to write-off half the country's debt.

The eurozone will never be the same again after Syriza's victory in Greece.

When economies are in a hole, they should not be forced to dig deeper.

Greek leftists Syriza party are favourites to win, but claim they want to remain in Euro.

With more than a million expected to march alongside world leaders, huge security operation in place.

Merkel will meet with Cameron for one-on-one talks during a visit to the UK on 7 January.

German cities mobbed by troubling far-right group Pegida campaigning against Europe's 'Islamisation'.

Landmark Brandenburg Gate all decked up for occasion in which Mikhail Gorbachev and Lech Walesa will be taking part.

Firms selling software to German government or companies critical to its security might be forced to reveal their source code.

The UK government is under growing pressure to tackle immigration due to rise in support for Ukip.

A giant street party awaits Germany next month to mark 25 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall.

WikiLeaks releases latest in SpyFiles series, revealing spy malware used against journalists.

Latest sanctions include credit restrictions and export bans on Russian companies, and travel bans and asset freezes on officials.

Comes amid accusations that Bulgaria and Romania immigrants have been abusing the welfare system.

IMF says country's unemployment levels are a "remarkable success".

Mario Gotze strike wins Germany fourth World Cup but champions' route to success started in 2004

Berlin Police investigates Ministry of Defence employee on alleged suspicion of spying for US.

German premier landed in Chengdu yesterday with a delegation of German companies.

German Federal prosecutors say they arrested man suspected of spying for foreign intelligence service

But billionaire investor Soros highlights EU political crisis as threat to growth solution.

Leaders of G7 nations warn Russia of fresh sanctions if Moscow does not help resolve Ukraine crisis

German chancellor was needed for a question about east Germany domestic appliances - but stayed silent

IBTimes UK takes a look at the female front-runners for EU presidency.

Europe is better prepared to deal with a disruption to Russian gas supplies than it was last time

Saudi attempt to acquire up to 800 German Leopard-2 tanks has suffered a set back

The figures will be a boost for Angela Merkel as Europe's largest economy grows.