AL JAZEERA ENGLISH: Defence minister Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg resigns amid claims he plagiarised his doctoral dissertation.Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, Germany's defence minister, has resigned over allegations he plagiarised his doctoral thesis, saying he could no longer carry out his duties as minister.
The popular politician, who was seen as a rising star in government, said on Tuesday he had "reached the limits of his strength" as he announced his resignation.
The 39-year-old had his doctorate title revoked after admitting last week there were "grave mistakes" in his 2007 thesis. He said he made some errors, but not deliberately, and insisted it was not plagiarised. >>> Agencies | Tuesday, March 01, 2011
