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Survey shows: Majority of Germans want a stronger defense

What do Germans think about defense and security? Researchers from the University of Leipzig and the Technical University of Munich surveyed over 1,000 people. The results show a clear desire for reform: The majority want to expand the Bundeswehr in terms of personnel and strengthen its defense capabilities. The high level of support for a joint European army is particularly remarkable. Almost two thirds of respondents fear a military conflict with Russia.

Wissensland 27.01.2026 18:08

Ronny Kupke new BSW parliamentary group leader in the state parliament of Saxony

Change of leadership at the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance in the state parliament of Saxony. Party leader Ronny Kupke now also leads the 15-member parliamentary group.

Politics 27.01.2026 17:35

Saxony wants to modernize driving school training via the Federal Council

It is far too expensive and takes far too long. We are talking about driving school training in Germany. Saxony is now demanding more speed from the federal government for a reform.

Politics 27.01.2026 14:03

Bundeswehr practises dropping leaflets for the crisis

The Bundeswehr is training to drop leaflets with helium balloons in Upper Lusatia. Neighboring countries also had to be informed about this.

Politics 27.01.2026 13:35

Kretschmer pays farewell tribute to Haseloff

They have known each other for many years and hold each other in high regard. Now Saxony's head of government Michael Kretschmer has to get used to a new counterpart in Saxony-Anhalt.

Politics 27.01.2026 09:44

AfD man Barth wins mayoral election in Altenberg

Four men and one woman had competed for the top seat in Altenberg town hall. However, the AfD candidate won the race in the very first round of voting.

Politics 25.01.2026 19:59

EU funding drives thousands of projects in Saxony

3.2 billion euros from EU structural funds are available for projects in Saxony from 2021 to 2027. Which projects have benefited so far and what will change in 2026.

Politics 25.01.2026 14:05

SPD politician sees attack on journalistic freedom

The CDU state parliamentary groups in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt want to discuss a possible merger of ARD and ZDF. Matthias Hey sees this as an "attack on journalistic freedom".

Politics 24.01.2026 11:01

German Association of Cities calls for immediate aid and structural reforms

No money for swimming pools, playgrounds, culture - more and more local authorities have hardly any scope to do more than their mandatory tasks. They are calling for urgent support.

Politics 22.01.2026 15:49

Environmental agency doubts suitability of many nuclear waste sites

Several regions in Saxony are considered particularly suitable sites for nuclear waste according to the Federal Company for Final Disposal. The State Environment Agency has now published a statement on this.

Politics 22.01.2026 15:10

Judgment: penalty payment against Poland for Turow opencast mine applies

Poland and the EU Commission are in dispute over millions withheld. The highest court of the European Union has now ruled on the matter.

Politics 22.01.2026 11:16

Bundeswehr practises dropping leaflets

The Bundeswehr is testing the dropping of flyers with helium balloons in Upper Lusatia. What the training is for and why Poland and the Czech Republic have also been informed.

Politics 21.01.2026 16:56

Schenk criticizes vote on Mercosur free trade agreement

Saxony's CDU European politician Oliver Schenk speaks of a "signal of a lack of reliability". Yet the Mercosur free trade agreement would be important for Saxony's economy.

Politics 21.01.2026 16:47

Cabinet issues test orders for state modernization

Mergers of authorities, fewer advisory boards, a new school network plan: Saxony's government is having 63 cost-cutting ideas examined. The state wants to remain capable of acting and reduce overregulation.

Politics 20.01.2026 15:09

Who will pay for Leipzig/Halle and Dresden in future?

From 2030, Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports are to manage without state support. How the federal states are gradually reducing their payments - and what this means for the region.

Politics 20.01.2026 14:31

From 2030, there will be no more state funding for airports

Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports are to manage without state funding from 2030. Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt are gradually reducing aid. Will that work?

Politics 20.01.2026 14:19

Sabine Zimmermann resigns from state parliament

After more than 30 years in politics, Sabine Zimmermann is retiring due to illness. Her seat in the state parliament will be taken over by a communication scientist from Leipzig.

Politics 20.01.2026 13:47

34 people are allowed to stay as hardship cases

The Hardship Commission is often the last hope for foreigners who are obliged to leave the country. How many cases did the committee receive last year?

Politics 20.01.2026 04:02

Decision to ban advertising for the Bundeswehr unlawful

The Görlitz district council must revoke its ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr. The Saxony State Directorate considers the decision to be unlawful.

Politics 19.01.2026 16:18

SPD wants to prevent further school closures in Saxony

SPD leader Homann calls for early action against the threat of school closures in Saxony and calls on all parties to work together on reforms. He sees the need for this in many areas.

Politics 19.01.2026 13:13

Eastern agriculture ministers oppose EU cuts for farmers

The EU Commission wants to reorganize agricultural funding from 2028 and guarantee less money. This could affect larger farms in eastern Germany in particular. The agriculture ministers want to prevent this.

Politics 19.01.2026 07:44

Solidarity demonstration in Dresden - criticism of the Iranian regime

Criticism of repression and executions in Iran: demonstrators in Dresden call on the German government to do more for the protesting people in the country.

Politics 18.01.2026 17:07

Greens sharply criticize Schuster's push for detention on departure

Saxony's interior minister wants to use preventive detention against foreigners who are obliged to leave the country. The Greens criticize this: This is the language and thinking of the right, not of a democratic constitutional state.

Politics 18.01.2026 10:31

Zimmermann is not worried about the future of BSW

Despite setbacks, Sabine Zimmermann considers the BSW to be the only real opposition. Why she even sees the dispute within the party as an opportunity.

Politics 18.01.2026 06:01

Association of Cities: Review social standards - "Money is everything"

Local authorities are sounding the alarm: social costs are rising rapidly and their deficits are growing. President of the German Association of Cities Jung calls for fundamental reforms and more digitalization.

Politics 17.01.2026 10:01

Head of administration Bélafi: Comprehensive state reform is possible

Artificial intelligence to relieve administrative offices and speed up approvals. How Saxony wants to master the administration of the future with fewer staff.

Politics 17.01.2026 06:01

Calls for a ban on deportations to Iran

The Saxon Refugee Council is calling for "protection instead of deportation" in view of the violence in Iran. If people have to return to the Islamic Republic now, their lives are threatened.

Politics 16.01.2026 11:52

Schuster wants preventive detention for foreigners obliged to leave the country

Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster is known as a man of clear words. His latest proposal is likely to trigger a debate.

Politics 16.01.2026 10:18

Kretschmer: Law on working hours needs reform

More flexible weekly working hours instead of rigid rules - Kretschmer and Merz call for reforms. Trade unions and the left warn of risks for employees and families.

Politics 15.01.2026 15:46