AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoICC Support: Germany’s foreign minister Johann Wadephul pledged continued backing for the International Criminal Court in The Hague, calling it part of Germany’s “historic responsibility” amid rising US pressure and sanctions tied to Gaza-related arrest warrants. UN Racism Row: Germany stayed away from a controversial UN racism meeting in New York, saying the “Durban Process” has repeatedly become a platform for antisemitic remarks. Ukraine War: Russian drones hit Kyiv’s National Academy of Sciences, with reports of a killed assistant and injuries to a senior official; the site is near the German embassy. Middle East: Iraq says US combat and logistics troops have fully left the country, though the US has not confirmed. Germany Abroad/Defense: Kazakhstan’s Tokayev begins a Germany visit with talks planned with President Steinmeier and Chancellor Merz, plus meetings with major firms and research institutes. Trade/Transport: Low Rhine water levels remain critical, disrupting German inland shipping and forcing barges to cut loads. Sports/Health: Marathon star Tigst Assefa underwent surgery after a torn Achilles tendon following her Berlin Marathon record run.
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