SocietyRussians on Goethe-Institut: ‘Hostage to politics’

Germany’s Goethe-Institut is set to close all of its Russian branches by September 13. Users told DW that canceled language exams are disrupting plans to study or relocate to Germany, while German teachers are losing professional support and a key cultural link. It remains unclear whether services will continue through other channels.

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