Zelenskyy met German leaders in Berlin on Dec. 15, 2025, to discuss using frozen Russian assets, strengthen defense ties, and push for peace, with Germany pledging over €75 billion in aid.

The U.S. offered Ukraine NATO-style security guarantees tied to a peace deal, but Ukraine refuses to give up Donbas land.

EU may scrap 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars due to industry and economic concerns.

Volkswagen's all-electric ID. Polo, launching April 2026, offers up to 280 miles range and under $30,000 pricing, but won’t be sold in the U.S.

Pakistan and UK discuss migration amid rising Afghan deportations and relocation delays.

Volkswagen to invest $3.5B in China R&D to boost electric vehicle innovation and market share.

Rising anti-immigrant sentiment in Europe, fueled by economic worries and right-wing politics, has led to protests, harsh policies, and a surge in hate crimes by mid-2025.

German prosecutors charged AfD lawmaker Matthias Moosdorf with a Nazi salute in 2023, violating Germany’s ban on Nazi symbols.

Eurozone growth slowed in December 2025, with manufacturing contracting and services tepid, though inflation stayed near target.

Audi's F1 team, the Audi Revolut F1 Team, confirmed for 2026 debut with Berlin launch and new UK facility.