AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAfD Protests in Erfurt: Tens of thousands flooded Erfurt to disrupt the far-right AfD’s national conference, with police and riot units clashing with demonstrators as roads and tram lines were blocked; AfD co-leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla were re-elected amid the unrest. Klopp Germany Talks: Jürgen Klopp confirmed the DFB has approached him after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following Germany’s World Cup exit, saying he’s “recharged” and ready for intensive talks, though Red Bull commitments must be resolved. World Cup Round of 16 Focus: Germany’s shock loss to Paraguay is now driving the knockout picture, with France set to face Paraguay next; France’s Aurélien Tchouaméni is ruled out with thigh discomfort. Sick Leave Crackdown: Chancellor Merz’s government plans to tighten sick leave rules, ending phone doctor notes and requiring an in-person certificate from day one. Tech & Industry: Infineon opened its €5bn Smart Power Fab in Dresden, creating 1,000 jobs and expanding Europe’s power-semiconductor capacity. Drought Measures: Germany is imposing stricter water-draw bans, with fines up to €50,000, as drought conditions worsen.
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