Germany’s planned anti-sabotage shield could add new cost pressures across transport, energy, cybersecurity and household budgets.
Latvia says a suspect in the Leipzig sabotage case had been living in Russia, as Germany tightens checks and sanctions enforcement with possible spillovers for travel and trade.
Russia says it will close Goethe-Institut branches after Berlin ends a cultural agreement, adding to uncertainty for households, students and investors.
Germany faces rising drone incidents near military bases, prompting increased defense spending that could impact household budgets and economic stability.