Germany news: Man jailed over killing of train conductor

A verdict has been delivered in a trial that drew national attention and raised concern about train staff safety. Meanwhile, VW bosses are eyeing huge restructuring, with unions vowing to fight any closures. DW has more.

• A man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison over the killing of a train conductor during a ticket check
• The family had wanted a murder conviction and boycotted the verdict 
• Germany's largest union is protesting as Volkswagen considers cutting 100,000 jobs worldwide
• The plans could include closing three German VW plants and one Audi factory

Here is a roundup of the latest headlines from Germany on Thursday, July 8: