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Germany and Italy have rejected a proposal by EU allies to suspend the bloc's association agreement with Israel, calling the move 'inappropriate'. The decision came during a meeting of EU foreign ministers focused on the Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, a German official has also voiced opposition to EU sanctions against Israel, and an SPD politician has called for a change in Germany's Israel policy.
The SPD expects a quick decision on extending the relief premium for workers.
A Frankfurt city employee is accused of embezzling 150,000 euros.
A new proposal would allow German reservists to serve until the age of 70.
Germany and Brazil aim to strengthen their bilateral partnership, with Lula and Merz seeking closer ties.
by WorldBrief & Maksim Micheliov | AI-generated summary