Capital and largest city of Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Abdul Ahad Momand, Afghanistan’s first and only astronaut, has died of cancer in Stuttgart, Germany, on June 21. Born in Ghazni, he flew on the Mir space station in 1988 as part of a Soviet-led mission and later lived in exile. His legacy is marked by a historic spaceflight that connected Afghanistan with the wider cosmos.
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.
Novak Djokovic has delivered a clinical win against Stefanos Tsitsipas on Centre Court, underscoring his enduring dominance at Wimbledon. The match showcased Djokovic’s superiority, with Tsitsipas struggling to match the Serb’s precision and consistency. The result tightens Djokovic’s path in the tournament.
China has topped 1 million monthly car exports for the first time, with overall trade up 27%. While brands like BYD gain share overseas, EU imports face pressure from Chinese EVs. Germany’s VW group signals big structural shifts at home as it faces competition and potential plant adjustments.