https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-german-chancellor-schroeder-celebrates-putin-s-birthday-at-president-s-homeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-german-chancellor-schroeder-celebrates-putin-s-birthday-at-president-s-homehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-german-chancellor-schroeder-celebrates-putin-s-birthday-at-president-s-home#u118910Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:32:06 +0000Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder attended Russian President Vladimir Putin's 74th birthday celebration at Putin's home. Schroeder's visit sparked criticism in Germany, with Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressing outrage. The event took place recently, and its implications are still unfolding.Why it mattersThis incident has strained relations within Germany, as Schroeder's close ties with Putin have been a point of contention. As a former Chancellor, Schroeder's actions have been scrutinized, especially given the current geopolitical tensions between Russia and