Germany news: Foreign minister seeks reset with Hungary

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is visiting Hungary as Berlin seeks to rebuild relations with Budapest. Meanwhile, Germany's homeownership rate has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years. DW has the latest.

• German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says Berlin and Budapest have a lot of diplomatic ground to make up
• Wadephul says he hopes Hungary's new pro-European government can help rebuild trust
• Germany's homeownership rate has fallen to 43.5%, its lowest level in 20 years
• A study blames high construction costs, higher interest rates and housing policy

Here is a roundup of top stories from and about Germany on Monday, September 14, 2026:

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