Celebration of Opponents After Ali Khamenei's Death... People Celebrating in London and Berlin - VIDEO
Following the news of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's death, celebrations erupted in various cities across Iran and abroad.
After 'Gaza Storm'.. Emergency Meeting to Discuss the Future of the Berlin Film Festival
An emergency meeting was held by the German government to discuss the future of the Berlin International Film Festival amid political and media pressures following controversial statements made at its recent event.
Is the Berlin Film Festival's leadership in trouble over anti-Israel speech?
The leadership of the Berlin Film Festival faces scrutiny following a controversial anti-Israel speech made by a film director during the festival's closing ceremony.
The political tension of the last Berlin festival leaves its director on the brink of dismissal
Political tensions arising from the recent Berlin Film Festival have put director Tricia Tuttle's job at risk after accusations against the German government regarding complicity in the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
Current Topics, Impressions, and Reflections After the 76th Berlin International Film Festival
Latvian film professionals share their insights on the political context of the Berlin International Film Festival and discuss their favorite films from this year's event.
The Berlinale Sets the Tone for Cinema for the Whole Year: Reflections After the Berlin Film Festival
Latvian cinema professionals reflect on the political context and highlights of the Berlinale film festival.
Berlin Film Festival Honors 'Political' Works - A Response to Criticism Over Gaza?
The 76th Berlin International Film Festival closed with two notable awards that emphasized political themes amid criticism surrounding events in Gaza.
The Berlin Film Festival's 'Golden Bear' won by the political drama 'Yellow Letters'
The Berlin Film Festival awarded the 'Golden Bear' to 'Yellow Letters,' amidst discussions about the role of politics in cinema and expressions of support for Palestinians by some winners.
76th Berlin Festival: Golden Bear for 'Yellow Letters' by Ilker รatak
The film 'Yellow Letters' by German-Turkish director Ilker รatak won the Golden Bear at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting the struggles of Turkish artists facing political persecution.
The political drama "Yellow Letters" won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival
The Berlin Film Festival awarded the Golden Bear to the political drama "Yellow Letters," directed by ฤฐlker รatak.
The Gaza War and Occupation Violations Spark Controversy at the Berlin Film Festival
The Berlin Film Festival is engulfed in political debate over the Gaza War, with Palestinian issues dominating the event's discussions.
Drama about political pressure in Turkey wins the Golden Bear in Berlin
The film 'Gelbe Briefe' directed by Ilker รatak has won the Golden Bear for Best Film at the Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting political oppression in Turkey.
The Palestinian Flag is Raised at the Berlin Festival and 'Yellow Letters' Captures the Gold
The Berlin International Film Festival's closing night featured powerful political statements, with Palestinian director Abdullah Dakhil winning an award and condemning the German government's stance on Gaza.
The Golden Bear Goes to a Political Turkish Family Drama
The Turkish film "Yellow Letters" has won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, highlighting significant political themes and the impact of state repression.
The Golden Bear goes to the German-Turkish political film
The political drama 'Gelbe Briefe' has won the Golden Bear for Best Film at the Berlinale film festival in Berlin.
The Turkish drama 'Gelbe Briefe', about political persecution in its country, wins the Golden Bear at Berlinale 2026
The Turkish film 'Gelbe Briefe' has won the Golden Bear at Berlinale 2026, highlighting themes of political persecution in Turkey.
Turkish-language drama 'Yellow Letters' wins Berlin Film Festival's top prize
The Turkish-language film 'Yellow Letters' directed by Ilker Catak won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, highlighting the impact of political pressure on personal relationships.
'Yellow Letters' wins the Golden Bear at the 2026 Berlin Festival
The German drama 'Gelbe Briefe' has won the prestigious Golden Bear award at the 2026 Berlin Festival.
Berlinale: 'Yellow Letters' Wins Golden Bear
The political drama 'Yellow Letters' by Berlin director ฤฐlker รatak has won the Golden Bear at the Berlinale film festival.
Turkish film Yellow Letters wins the top prize at the Berlin International Film Festival
Turkish political drama 'Yellow Letters,' directed and written by ฤฐlker รatak, has won the Golden Bear award at the Berlin International Film Festival.
When actors want to be on the right side: from 'The homeland is in danger' to 'Free Palestine'
The article explores the political coercion faced by artists at festivals and the paradox of liberalism in expressing opinions on social and political issues.
Celebrities rage against film festival avoiding political issues like Gaza
Nearly 100 actors and filmmakers have criticized the Berlin Film Festival for avoiding political discussions related to the Gaza conflict, asserting that art and politics are inseparable.
Political debate casts a shadow over 76th Berlin Film Festival
The 76th Berlin Film Festival is overshadowed by controversy regarding the role of artists in politics, sparked by comments from jury president Wim Wenders and subsequent reactions from notable figures like Arundhati Roy.
Actors protest against the Berlin Festival
Over eighty industry leaders have accused this year's Berlin Festival of remaining silent on Gaza and censoring artists who speak out, sparking political controversy.
Ethan Hawke at the Berlinale: 'Anything that fights fascism, I'm totally in favor of'
Ethan Hawke expressed his support for fighting fascism at the Berlin International Film Festival while addressing the challenges artists face when voicing political opinions.
Cinema is political, says Karim Aรฏnouz, after controversy at the Berlin Festival
Filmmakers Karim Aรฏnouz and Eliza Capai express their disbelief at the Berlin Festival jury's decision to distance itself from political statements, with Aรฏnouz critiquing jury president Wim Wenders for his remarks.
Berlinale 2026: Repression for the Unyielding and Proscription Lists
The Berlin International Film Festival features political films, highlighting a work on the plight of artists facing governmental repression in Turkey.
The Berlin Film Festival defends itself amid controversies questioning its political commitment
The Berlin Film Festival issues a statement defending its president Wim Wenders amid media criticism regarding the festival's political stance.
Berlin Festival states that artists are not obligated to speak on political issues
The Berlin Festival has defended filmmakers and jury members, stating that artists are free to express their views and are not required to comment on political matters.
Film festival boss fights back against the political media storm in Berlin
The director of the Berlin Film Festival, Tricia Tuttle, responds to criticism regarding the festival's alleged political disengagement amidst a media backlash.
Between the 'Bear' and the 'Palm': How Film Festivals Reshape the World's Conscience?
Film festivals, especially in Berlin, are increasingly becoming platforms for expressing moral and political stances on pressing humanitarian issues, reflecting in the sharp polarization around ongoing conflicts.
Berlin 2026: Between Political Tensions and Dua Lipa's Glamour on the Red Carpet
The Berlin Film Festival is set to navigate political tensions while still showcasing glamorous moments such as Dua Lipa attending alongside Callum Turner.
Artur Bartkiewicz: PiS, SAFE and Germany. Does Berlin's interest have to be contradictory to Warsaw's interest?
The article discusses the political dispute in Poland regarding the SAFE program, highlighting the distrust of the ruling PiS party towards the EU and Germany.
Indian writer leaves Berlin Festival after jury refuses to speak about politics
Indian author Arundhati Roy withdrew from the Berlin Festival after the jury president decided to avoid political discussions during the event's opening.
Merkel as the next president? Speculations circulate in Berlin and Chancellor Merz has a problem
Speculation is rising in Berlin about Angela Merkel potentially returning to a political role as president, raising concerns for Chancellor Merz.
The Push from Rome and Berlin: 'Strengthened Cooperation'. Ursula's Plan for the Economy
Italy and Germany are advocating for increased cooperation within the EU to address industrial competitiveness, while tensions between political leaders remain evident.
Food and Political Appropriation: 'Our Kitchen is a Recipe for Peace'
The restaurant 'Kanaan' in Berlin promotes messages of peace and coexistence through its cuisine and decor, emphasizing its commitment to values of pluralism and respect.
Berlin Festival, in an edition full of Brazilians, swaps politics for a young audience
The 76th Berlin Festival aims to attract young audiences to cinema while emphasizing community engagement, moving beyond political themes.
"Merzoni": the new Berlin-Rome axis leaves Paris out and shakes Europe
A new political alignment between Germany and Italy is emerging, sidelining France and potentially reshaping the European Union's direction.
Berlin Constitutional Court: Protection Against Political Overreach
Berlin's Justice Senator Felor Badenberg announced plans for a constitutional reform to enhance the resilience of the state's constitutional court against political interference.
Lars Klingbeil and Bรคrbel Bas: Rested Keynote Speeches at the SPD
SPD leaders Lars Klingbeil and Bรคrbel Bas delivered keynote speeches at the party headquarters in Berlin, aimed at discussing their party's direction and a new party program amidst a backdrop of political challenges.
Berlin Salt Controversy: Why Wegner was Right
The article discusses the controversy over the use of salt for de-icing roads in Berlin, highlighting the appeal made by Mayor Kai Wegner to the Abgeordnetenhaus for permission to use salt amidst heavy winter weather, which drew ridicule from some political figures.
Political Change in Iran: Thousands Demonstrate in Berlin Against the Mullah Regime
Thousands gathered in Berlin to protest against the Iranian government and advocate for solidarity with the people of Iran.
The Trapped Golden Bear: How the Berlin Festival Marginalized Gaza Films?
The Berlin International Film Festival has sparked controversy by seemingly sidelining films from Gaza, raising questions about the festival's commitment to political issues in cinema.
Lyrics by Martina Hefter: So This Person Is Not Alone with the Devils
Martina Hefter's poetry collection "It Could Also Be Nice" is released in a new font size, highlighting the treatment of the elderly during political crises as seen in the recent Berlin power outage discussions.
"The Fight Against the Left is Not a Priority At All"
The Berlin Senate has not allocated funds for anti-left extremism programs for 2026 and 2027, as political scientist Werner J. Patzelt comments on the prevailing belief that the enemy of democracy is predominantly from the right.
Activist Acquitted
Philipp Ruch, an artist from the Center for Political Beauty, was acquitted by the Berlin District Court of forgery charges related to an action involving fake letters sent to AfD members.
Artist sends fake AfD letters โ and is acquitted in court
Philipp Ruch from the Center for Political Beauty was acquitted by a Berlin court for sending fake letters purportedly from the AfD party's office, asserting the action was protected by artistic freedom.
SZ in the Morning: Daily News Overview for the Busy
Chancellor Friedrich Merz prepares to return to Berlin from India, where he attended a dragon festival, anticipating a shift in both temperature and political discussions.
Trump, Wegner and Jebsen: The Volcano Group Franchise
The article discusses the recent energy outages in Berlin caused by a militant group, alongside commentary on political figures including Trump, Wegner, and Jebsen.