Step into history in Bern, the capital of Switzerland and a city celebrated for its unique medieval charm and architectural ...

While millions rejoiced across a devastated Europe as the guns finally fell silent on VE Day, British paratrooper Peter Belcher was witnessing the worst of Nazi Germany at a concentration camp. He was ...

Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th ...

Friedrich Merz, a conservative Christian Democrat, became Germany’s next chancellor after a surprising setback in parliament ...

Supporters of Mr. Merz, a former corporate lawyer, say he is well-prepared and thoughtful, but critics accuse him of failing ...

Friedrich Merz reacts after he failed to be elected new chancellor in the first voting process at the German federal ...