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Economy Minister Reiche is a controversial figure. Her plans for new gas-fired power plants, rolling back plans for more renewables in the building sector and scrapping solar subsidies have been met with criticism.

Economy Minister Reiche is a controversial figure. Her plans for new gas-fired power plants, rolling back plans for more renewables in the building sector and scrapping solar subsidies have been met with criticism.

Prices at the pump have leapt since the start of the conflict – but clinging to fossil fuels will only prolong the pain, says Berlin-based journalist Tania Roettger

Germany's economy continues to falter under the shock of soaring energy prices. In the wake of the Iran war, the German economy minister has had to cut her own forecast by half.