Germany - Berlin, 16.10.2026

Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel (L) and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul talk as they attend a joint press conference at the German Foreign Ministry in Berlin. The foreign ministers met for bilateral talks ahead of their joint press appearance. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Frankfurt, 08.10.2026

Uwe Horst Breuer of Aviation Security shows journalists an office and explains security operations at Frankfurt Airport during the 'FRA-Inside' media event in Frankfurt am Main. Airport operator Fraport provided journalists with behind-the-scenes access to the terminal. Germany's largest airport handled approximately 63.2 million passengers in 2025, according to Fraport. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 24.09.2026

North Rhine-Westphalia’s Minister-President Hendrik Wuest (L) (CDU) and Minister-President of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Manuela Schwesig (R) (SPD), attend a presentation of partner venues for the Cologne-Rhine-Ruhr Olympic and Paralympic bid in Berlin. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 23.09.2026

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius listens to other speakers during German government's question time in Berlin. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Health Minister Carsten Linnemann attended the plenary session to answer lawmakers' inquiries. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 21.09.2026

Mercedes-Benz apprentices perform an act during an IG Metall trade union rally outside the Mercedes-Benz plant in Berlin, Germany, 21 September 2026. IG Metall called nationwide protests across the automotive and supplier industry to oppose job cuts and plant restructuring while demanding long-term job security and investment in industrial transformation. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 21.09.2026

German Labor Minister and Social Democratic Party (SPD) co-chair Baerbel Bas (2-L), SPD lead candidate in the Berlin state election Steffen Krach (L), Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Premier and SPD top candidate Manuela Schwesig (R) and German Finance Minister and SPD co-chairman Lars Klingbeil (C) attend a news conference at the SPD headquarters, in Berlin. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 20.09.2026

Top candidate for the Die Linke (The Left) party in the Berlin state election Elif Eralp reacts to exit polls during a Die Linke election party following the Berlin state election, in Berlin. Voters in Berlin elect members of the House of Representatives, the city's state parliament, for a five-year term on 20 September 2026. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 12.09.2026

Demonstrators sit at the Neptunbrunnen fountain in front of the Rotes Rathaus city hall during the 'Zeit, dass sich was dreht!' demonstration in Berlin. A coalition of organizations and initiatives called for the demonstration ahead of Berlin's state election to demand climate action, social justice, equality and the protection of democracy. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin 10.09.2026

A banner depicting Sahra Wagenknecht is seen on a crane before Wagenknecht speaks during an election campaign rally for the BSW party at Prerower Platz in Berlin’s Lichtenberg district. The rally takes place ahead of the Berlin state election on 20 September tol elect a new House of Representatives. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 10.09.2026

German Bundestag President Julia Kloeckner (L) speaks with Hungarian Parliament Speaker Agnes Forsthoffer during a ceremony commemorating the 1989 Hungary's border opening with Austria, at the German Parliament, the Bundestag. In the spring of 1989, Hungary's government began dismantling its border fence with Austria. By 11 September, Hungary fully opened the border, allowing East Germans to travel freely to the West. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

France - Strasbourg, 08.07.2026

Members of the Japanese National Diet delegation are welcomed at the European Parliament ahead of the 43rd EU–Japan Inter-Parliamentary Meeting in Strasbourg.

France - Strasbourg, 08.07.2026

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) participate in a voting session during the July plenary sitting at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The chamber voted on a range of legislative and non-legislative reports as part of the four-day plenary session before the summer recess.

Germany - Erfurt, 04.07.2026

A group of protesters joins the area with flares as demonstrators gather ahead of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) federal conference in Erfurt.. The AfD will hold the 17th Federal Party Congress. The words read “Woman, Life, Freedom.”

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Germany - Kassel, 20.06.2026

Myriam Kaskel-Koenig (right), a politician from the Left Party (Die Linke) in Kassel, shouts as participants march through Kassel during a trade union demonstration against proposed social spending cuts. The rally, organised under the slogan “Kürzen nicht mit uns” ("Cuts? Not on us!"), began at Kassel Central Station and concluded with speeches at Königsplatz. Demonstrators called for increased public investment and warned against reductions in welfare, healthcare and education funding. The protest was supported by the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB), the United Services Union (ver.di) and the Education and Science Workers Union (GEW), alongside local activists and workers.

Germany - Kassel, 13.06.2026

Protester offers free blessings as participants take part in the Christopher Street Day (CSD) march in Kassel. Demonstrators marched from Königsplatz through the city centre before returning to Königsplatz, where rallies and speeches were held before and after the procession. Hundreds of people gathered to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, equality and diversity. Local media reported attendance of around 1,500 participants, though official figures were not immediately available.

Germany - Hamm, 30.05.2026

A drone shot of the human wind turbine at the Radbod grounds, as the nationwide protest campaign called for a faster transition away from fossil gas and greater investment in renewable energy. According to the organizers, around 2000 participants formed the world's largest moving human wind turbine, setting a new world record in the same city as the “Gersteinwerk” power plant is located, during the final of the mass climate demonstration in Hamm.

Germany - Gelsenkirchen, 29.05.2026

The Swedish activist Greta Thunberg greets the journalists on the other side of the fence as activists associated with the organization ‚Ende Geleande’ entered the grounds of a Uniper power plant during a protest action in Gelsenkirchen.

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Germany - Berlin, 01.05.2026

The rapper Ikkimel (C) (aka Melina Gaby Strauß) is escorted by security (R) away from Mariannenplatz where her concert took place, as tens of thousands gather across Berlin, Germany for International Labor Day demonstrations.

Germany - Frankfurt, 11.10.2026

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier (L) attends the awarding of the 2026 Peace Prize of the German Book Trade to French-British lawyer and writer Philippe Sands (2-L) during a ceremong at the Paulskirche church in Frankfurt am Main. The Peace Prize of the German Book Trade by the German Publishers and Booksellers Association (Boersenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels) is presented since 1950 at the end of the Frankfurt Book Fair. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK / POOL

Germany - Frankfurt, 10.09.2026

Two visitors browse a manga trade booth at the Frankfurt Book Fair in Frankfurt am Main. The international publishing fair runs from 07 to 11 October 2026, with Czechia as the Guest of Honour. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Frankfurt, 09.10.2026

Visitors line up near an artistic bookshelf installation during the first public day of the Frankfurt Book Fair in Frankfurt am Main. The international publishing trade fair runs from 07 to 11 October 2026, featuring Czechia as the 2026 Guest of Honour. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Frankfurt, 07.10.2026

French author Gisele Pelicot speaks during a discussion on her experience and her book at the Frankfurt Book Fair in Frankfurt am Main. The 78th edition of the international publishing fair runs from 07 to 11 October, with Czechia as this year's Guest of Honour. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Kassel, 03.10.2026

People form a human chain during the 'Es brennt' (It's burning) demonstration on Friedrichsplatz in Kassel. The nationwide initiative calls for the protection of natural resources, stronger climate action, and social justice on German Unity Day. Germany marks the 36th anniversary of German reunification in 1990 on 03 October 2026. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Fulda, 28.09.2026

Bishops and the faithful gather at Fulda Cathedral for a sermon during the opening service following the first plenary assembly of the German Bishops' Conference Day in Fulda. According to Vatican News, the bishops meet from 28 September to 01 October to discuss church and social issues, church reforms, the handling of sexual abuse, and democracy. The German Bishops Conference has repeatedly warned against voting for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in its public statements. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Berlin, 12.09.2026

A dog swims during a dog swimming event at the Sommerbad am Insulaner outdoor pool in Berlin. Municipal pool operator Berliner Baeder-Betriebe opens three outdoor pools to dogs on selected dates in September after the regular summer swimming season ends. The initiative returns for its second year, with swimming reserved exclusively for dogs. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

France - Perpignan, 29.08.2026

Musicians in front of the entrance of the Chapelle du Tiers in the historic centre of Perpignan on the festivals opening day. The international photojournalism festival runs from August 29 to September 13, 2026, with exhibitions presented at venues across the southern French city.

Germany - Kassel, 20.08.2026

US sculptor Charles Ray is pictured next to his School Play (2014), a larger-than-life solid stainless-steel sculpture, during the press preview of his first institutional solo exhibition in Germany. The exhibition opens to the public on 22 August 2026 and runs until 3 January 2027. Artist: Charles Ray. Ausstellungsansicht Fridericianum, Kassel, 2026.

Germany - Kassel, 05.08.2026

Mark Woskowski from the Astronomical Working Group Kassel (Astronomischen Arbeitskreis Kassel e.V.) checks the camera recordings of the Moon surface from their platform of the Observatory Kassel, during an international observation campaign following the predicted impact of a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage near the lunar Einstein crater. Astronomers around the world attempted to record the artificial lunar impact, which was expected after a discarded rocket stage entered a collision course with the Moon. Due to the observation conditions from Germany, no visible flash or ejecta plume could be detected. The observation was carried out using a Schaer refractor telescope with 3000 mm focal length, 200 mm aperture and a Zeiss half-apochromatic lens.

Germany - Kassel, 21.06.2026

An ignited smoke bomb in the crowd, one masked person stands on top of Auestadion station in front of the Auestadion, as Germany supporters celebrate following Germanys 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in a FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match. Fans gathered at and around Auestadion for a public viewing event before crowds moved through the city towards Friedrich-Ebert-Straße, known locally as Fritze. Supporters waved German flags and celebrated in the streets after Germany secured a late comeback victory to advance to the knockout stage of the tournament.

Germany - Kassel, 14.06.2026

Germany supporters celebrate following Germany's 7-1 victory over Curacao in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match. Large crowds gathered near the Auestadion and the Probonio Arena public viewing site, blocking traffic, climbing onto vehicles and waving German flags during spontaneous post-match celebrations. Police later secured the area. Photo Christoph Rutenkolk

Germany - Kassel, 06.06.2026

The fairy dancers are a lively attraction near the fountain as spectators gather beneath the Hercules monument in the UNESCO World Heritage Site „Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe“ in Kassel. During the annual illuminated water features, where landmarks are highlighted after dark, culminating in the parks famous Grand Fountain. The waterworks, originally commissioned by Landgrave Karl in the late 17th century, operate solely through gravity and have been part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe since 2013.

Germany - Berlin, 01.05.2026

The rapper Ikkimel (C) (aka Melina Gaby Strauß) is escorted by security (R) away from Mariannenplatz where her concert took place, as tens of thousands gather across Berlin, Germany for International Labor Day demonstrations.

Germany - Kassel, 25.10.2026

Daniela Engel (c) and the Kassel Huskies Ladies team celebrates victory after the women s ice hockey NRW State League match between Kassel Huskies Ladies and Tornado Women Luxembourg in Kassel. Kassel Huskies Ladies are opening their first season in the NRW State League following promotion from the district league.

Germany - Kassel, 23.10.2026

Jordan Knackstedt (L) of Blue Devils Weiden tackles Darren Mieszkowski (R) of EC Kassel Huskies during the DEL2 ice hockey match between EC Kassel Huskies and Blue Devils Weiden in Kassel. Kassel entered the match in second place in the standings, while Weiden were ranked 12th.

Germany - Kassel, 22.10.2026

Abel Serdio of Orlen Wisla Plock (L) holds the ball while Adrian Sipos (R) of MT Melsungen and Johannes Golla (C) of MT Melsungen try to reach it during the EHF Champions League handball match MT Melsungen against Orlen Wisla Plock in Kassel.

Germany - Berlin, 17.10.2026

Union's Goalkeeper Frederik Roennow stands in smoke after fans ignited flares during the Bundesliga soccer match Union Berlin against Borussia Dortmund in Berlin. EPA/CHRISTOPH RUTENKOLK

Germany - Kassel, 15.08.2026

Marcio Torres from Brazil shows trick during the competition in the Men professional Qualifiers at the World Freestyle Skateboarding Championships 2026 in Kassel, Germany. According to the citys official website compete Riders from more than 30 nations at the international freestyle skateboarding event, combining technical tricks, creativity and individual style in the qualification rounds.

Germany - Cologne, 05.06.2026

Germany and Norway compete in FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 European Qualifier at RheinEnergieSTADION. The match is a key fixture in Group A4 with direct World Cup qualification at stake.

Germany - Kassel, 28th April 2026

EHF European League, Quarter Final, MT Melsungen vs FC Porto, Kassel, Germany, 28 April 2026. European club competition match between MT Melsungen and FC Porto during the knockout stage. Result MTM 28:23 FCP.

Germany - Kassel - Probonio Arena, 01.03.2026

Huskies player Mitchel Hoelscher (left) gets tackled by Starbulls defense Dominik Kolb. On Sunday Evening Kassel won in the first seconds of overtime 3:2.

Germany - Kassel, 14.06.2026

Woman records fans during while man in the background waves with flare, as Germany supporters celebrate following Germany's 7-1 victory over Curacao in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match. Large crowds gathered near the Auestadion and the Probonio Arena public viewing site, blocking traffic, climbing onto vehicles and waving German flags during spontaneous post-match celebrations. Police later secured the area.

France - Sete, 28.08.2026

The Moon appears reddish during a partial lunar eclipse this Friday morning over Sete in southern France.

Germany - Kassel, 12.08.2026

A partial solar eclipse is seen over the rooftops of Kassel as the Moon passes in front of the Sun obscuring up to 89 percent when viewed from a central location in Germany. The total phase of the eclipse is visible only in parts of Greenland, Iceland and Spain, while Germany remains outside the path of totality.

Germany - Oberwössen, 30.07.2026

Firefighters battle a mountain wildfire above Oberwössen in the Traunstein district of Bavaria on Thursday. Ground crews, supported by police helicopters carrying out bambi buckets, work to contain the blaze in steep and difficult-to-access terrain.

France - Cotignac, 23.07.2026

Abandoned firefighter truck from the night before in Pontevés as a wildfire spreads again near Cotignac in the Var department, southeastern France on Thursday. Strong Mistral winds fueled renewed fire activity, prompting a large firefighting operation.

France - Correns, 22.07.2026

Convoy surrounded by vineyards as firefighters are busy since the early morning hours in the area of Cotignac as massive fires evolve during the night according to long lasting heatwave on Wednesday.

France - Les Arcs, 20.07.2026

A French Sécurité Civile De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400AT (Q400AT) airtanker flies over during the aerial firefighting as wildfires burning near Les Arcs-sur-Argens in southeastern France on Monday.

Kassel, Germany, 17.06.2026

The planet Venus appears above a waxing crescent Moon in the evening sky over northern Hesse. The close conjunction was visible across parts of Europe in the days leading up to the summer solstice. Earthshine is visible on the Moons darkened surface.

Germany - Kassel, 16.06.2026

A warm summer evening over the city skyline of Kassel as warm colors light up the evening sky a few days before the summer solstice. Residents enjoy one of the longest evenings of the year. Layered clouds and late evening sunshine created the colorful display over northern Hesse ahead of Midsummer celebrations in parts of northern Europe.