German state, political and economic heart of western Germany
Trains across Germany have halted due to a nationwide GSM-R digital-communication fault. Service is resuming after a two-hour disruption; Deutsche Bahn is investigating the cause as it overhauls major routes amid underinvestment.
German prosecutors are investigating alleged unauthorised favours linked to Euro 2024, with searches conducted at the DFB headquarters and host-city offices. Officials say tickets and other benefits may have been allocated to preferred guests, prompting questions about public trust in major events.