The German government will ensure that 12,000 local workers employed by the US army in Germany receive their salaries amid the US government shutdown. The shutdown, which began on October 1 due to budget disagreements, raised concerns for these workers. The German finance ministry intervened following demands from the Verdi trade union and SPD politician Alexander Schweitzer. Schweitzer expressed gratitude for the swift action taken to secure payments. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)