As Chancellor Merz prepares to point the finger at Moscow for hybrid attacks in Leipzig, how has Germany’s foreign policy changed over the last few years? Plus: When does Japanese etiquette go too far?

<p>As Chancellor Merz prepares to point the finger at Moscow for hybrid attacks in Leipzig, how has Germany&rsquo;s foreign policy changed over the last few years? Plus: When does Japanese etiquette go too far?</p>

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<p>Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards. </p>