German Court Ruling Raises Doubts Over Promised EU Budget Increases
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Germany's constitutional court ruled a €60 billion COVID fund unconstitutional, creating a budget hole.
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This may prevent Germany from increasing EU budget contributions as previously promised.
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Germany's economy is struggling with high energy costs and inflation due to the Ukraine war.
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Food and alcohol prices rose significantly in Germany in October, driving inflation.
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Germany's ability to increase EU budget payments is now doubtful after the court ruling.