Germany's World Cup Win, President's Indonesia Visit, and Economic Concerns Dominate News
L'essentiel
- Germany's 7-1 World Cup victory over Curacao attracted over 23 million viewers.
- President Steinmeier began his official visit to Indonesia.
- Meanwhile, a CDU expert called the Iran-US deal a 'disaster,' while a report predicts a shrinking German working population by 2036.
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Pourquoi c'est important
Germany's Chancellor Merz's coalition faces challenges with a shrinking working population, a controversial Iran-US deal, and upcoming pension reforms. President Steinmeier is on an official visit to Indonesia.
Felix Tamsut with dpa, AFP, Reuters, AP
Published 06/15/2026Published June 15, 2026
The Germany national team's 7-1 win over Curacao drew over 23 million viewers. Meanwhile, German President Steinmeier is kicking off his visit to Indonesia. Follow DW for more.
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Germany's World Cup win draws more than 23 million TV viewers
President Steinmeier lands in Indonesia for official visit
Trial of suspected Islamist begins
Read below for the latest developments from and about Germany on Monday, June 15, 2026.
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Perspective IA — des possibilités, pas des certitudes
Germany's working population decline will impact its economy and welfare state.
Très probable · Long terme
Pension reforms will be a key factor in the survival of Chancellor Merz's coalition.
Probable · Moyen terme
Questions ouvertes
- Will the Iran-US deal truly stabilize the Middle East?
- How will Germany address its shrinking workforce?
- What will be the outcome of Germany's pension reforms?
