The Last Act: A Raging Battle over Kohl's Legacy

SPIEGEL ONLINE - International - German Politics 2017-06-23

For years, Helmut Kohl's second wife held a tight grip over his legacy. With his passing now, she is pushing for an EU state funeral rather than a national one -- and even considered not inviting any German leaders to speak. A major dispute is expected over the estate of one of Europe's most distinguished politicians.