Middle East
German Peacekeepers Suggested for Gaza

Germany welcomed a proposal by Egypt's President Hosny Mubarak for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, and supporters of Chancellor Angela Merkel suggested German peacekeepers be sent to Gaza. »Mehr zu: title"
Middle East
Expert: "Excluding Hamas is a Recipe for More Violence"

Helga Baumgarten, Professor of Political Science at Birzeit University in East Jerusalem, says Israel is basically shooting itself in the foot by invading Gaza. She explained her logic in an interview with DW-Radio. »Mehr zu: title"
Germany
The Path to German Unity
A peaceful revolution, the fall of the Berlin Wall, reunification: DW-WORLD's special traces Germany's ongoing path to unity. »Mehr zu: title"
Society
Typically Ossi -- Typically Wessi
It's been 20 years since East and West Germany reunified, but the terms "typically Ossi" and "typically Wessi" are still bandied about. We've selected some of the most common cliches. »Mehr zu: title"
Unemployment
German Unemployment Rises as Economic Downturn Continues

Germany's unemployment rate rose more than expected in December, data released Wednesday showed, bringing to an end a long run of monthly falls and adding to signs of the tough year ahead for Europe's biggest economy. »Mehr zu: title"
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