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German Minister of Education, Bettina Stark-Watzinger of the Free Democratic Party, announced the immediate dismissal and early retirement of the Education Ministry Undersecretary, Sabine Döring, for actions that jeopardized researchers' trust in the Federal Education Ministry. Döring had requested an investigation into potentially cutting funding for research and educational projects for some teachers at Berlin universities, leading to criticism from various educational figures. The decision comes amid tensions over police actions at Berlin universities where some pro-Palestinian supporters occupied parts of the campus. The Socialist Party supported Stark-Watzinger's decision, emphasizing the importance of academic freedom and rebuilding trust in the ministry.
Source: YAHOO