Ukraine-Drone Deal: Germany and Ukraine signed an implementation agreement to jointly produce the BARS long-range strike drones, with Germany financing the initial production and completed systems headed to Ukraine’s Defense Forces. Banking Power Shift: UniCredit says its Commerzbank stake is now just shy of control, holding 49.65% of voting rights despite German state resistance. School Violence in Bavaria: Police arrested a 16-year-old suspect after multiple people were injured in an incident at Welfen high school in Schongau; authorities say the details, including whether a weapon was used, are still unclear. Justice System: A Berlin court sentenced a palliative care doctor to life in prison for murdering 15 patients, with prosecutors alleging many more killings. Football Rebuild: Rudi Voller will stay on as DFB sporting director as Jurgen Klopp is expected to play a central role in Germany’s national team overhaul. Auto Industry Pressure: The VDA warned the sector needs deeper reforms, including cost discipline and possible workforce adjustments, and urged opening German plants to foreign carmakers to protect jobs. Public Health: Germany recorded its highest-ever drug-related death toll, with a sharp rise among young people. AI Job Cuts: Allianz Partners plans to cut up to 1,800 travel call-centre roles as AI takes over phone work. Crypto Policy: Germany is set to end the crypto tax break for long-term holders. Sports & Culture: Klopp’s Germany future and Voller’s confirmation dominated football coverage, while a Berlin court case and the Schongau school incident led local news.