Germany news: Low water on Rhine could sever freight route
Germany's inland shipping association has warned that the Rhine could soon become effectively split in two as water levels continue to fall. In Berlin, a man was shot dead near a busy central transport hub. DW has more.
Germany's state-run rail company Deutsche Bahn reported a 14% increase in verbal and physical attacks on staff during the first half of 2026. Nine hundred and eighty-nine incidents were recorded, including 781 cases of pushing, grabbing, and spitting, as well as 185 instances of attempted physical assault. Twenty-two employees suffered serious injuries, and one conductor was killed while checking tickets.
The Transport Minister expressed concern over the safety of train staff, emphasizing that it is essential for functioning public transportation. The government is considering tougher penalties for those who attack train staff.
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