Nord Stream Trial: A Ukrainian former officer has gone on trial in Germany over the 2022 pipeline blasts. His lawyers argue the attack may have been a lawful target, while prosecutors accuse him of involvement in the sabotage. Children Online: Germany’s Cabinet approved guidelines for a national ban on social media for under-13s until EU rules take effect, with age-based limits planned for teenagers and age verification from 2027. Ukraine Policy: In Saxony-Anhalt, AfD and BSW lawmakers passed a non-binding motion urging an end to German military and financial support for Kyiv and to sanctions on Moscow. Colonial Legacy: Bundestag lawmakers debated calls to recognize Germany’s legal responsibility for the genocide of the Herero and Nama in Namibia and provide reparations; the proposals now go to committee. Aviation: Lufthansa beat Air France-KLM to a 44.9% stake in Portugal’s TAP with a €1.2 billion bid, though the deal still needs regulatory approval and is not expected to close before 2028.