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news Dw English 2026-04-07

Germany debates decriminalizing transit fare evasion

Germany is currently discussing whether fare-dodging on public transport should lose its status as a criminal offense. Separately, various companies are beginning to feel the economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East.


A debate is brewing about whether fare-evasion on trams, buses and trains in Germany should no longer be a criminal offense. Meanwhile, companies are starting to feel the pinch of war in the Middle East. DW has more.

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