ISTANBUL German broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW) will shut down its Greek-language service, consolidate parts of its German programming, and cut around 160 full-time positions following a reduction in federal funding for 2026, the broadcaster announced Wednesday. The decision was taken at a joint special meeting of the Broadcasting Council, Administrative Board and management, which approved a comprehensive cost-cutting package. In the 2026 federal budget, Germany reduced its subsidy to DW by €