Category: Germany
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Baltic Security Integration
Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said on Thursday that the security of Baltic states and Germany was inseparable, vowing closer cooperation to counter what he said was Russia’s combination of conventional and unconventional attacks as he headed to Tallinn. “The security of the Baltics is also our security in Germany,” Wadephul said ahead of his…
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Germany Halts Israel Exports
On August 8, 2025, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the suspension of military equipment exports to Israel that could be used in the Gaza Strip, marking a significant shift in Germany’s long-standing support for Israel. This decision was a direct response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan, approved by Israel’s security cabinet on August…
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Germany to Recognize Palestine?
On July 31, 2025, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem to discuss critical issues, including the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and speculation about Germany potentially recognizing a Palestinian state. This visit followed a statement from Wadephul emphasizing that a two-state solution remains the only viable path for…
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Turkey NATO Arms Deal
Reuters: “Turkey reached deals with NATO allies Britain and Germany on Wednesday that pave the way to acquiring dozens of Eurofighter Typhoon jets, which Ankara has sought to bolster defences in an increasingly volatile region. Britain signed a preliminary deal allowing Ankara to operate the jets while Germany approved delivery of 40 of them to…
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China Targets Germany
On July 8, 2025, reports emerged that a Chinese Navy vessel targeted a German Air Force aircraft with a laser during an EU-led maritime security mission, Operation Aspides, in the Red Sea. The German Foreign Ministry described the incident as “entirely unacceptable,” stating that the laser was used “without reason or prior contact,” endangering personnel…