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Chairman of the NATO Military Committee reveals changes in the Russian army

Chairman of the NATO Military Committee reveals changes in the Russian army

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Scholz to run for German chancellor again: SPD board approves nomination

Scholz to run for German chancellor again: SPD board approves nomination

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Merkel admits in her memoirs that she blocked Ukraine's accession to NATO out of fear of Russia

Merkel admits in her memoirs that she blocked Ukraine's accession to NATO out of fear of Russia

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In Germany, people who bring knives to Christmas markets will be fined 10 thousand euros

In Germany, people who bring knives to Christmas markets will be fined 10 thousand euros

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Scholz vs. Pistorius: Social Democrats in Germany consider whom to nominate as a candidate for chancellor

Scholz vs. Pistorius: Social Democrats in Germany consider whom to nominate as a candidate for chancellor

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To the sound of the shahed: an exhibition of foreign components used by Russia in weapons against Ukraine was held in Berlin

To the sound of the shahed: an exhibition of foreign components used by Russia in weapons against Ukraine was held in Berlin

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Germany is going to early elections on February 23 after the collapse of the Scholz coalition

Germany is going to early elections on February 23 after the collapse of the Scholz coalition

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German chancellor candidate intends to make a strong demand of Russia

German chancellor candidate intends to make a strong demand of Russia

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By Christmas: Scholz ready to hold confidence vote in Bundestag

By Christmas: Scholz ready to hold confidence vote in Bundestag

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German president ready to dissolve Bundestag for early elections

German president ready to dissolve Bundestag for early elections

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After the collapse of the coalition, leading German politicians call for new elections early next year

After the collapse of the coalition, leading German politicians call for new elections early next year

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Scholz announces vote of confidence in government after conflict with Lindner

Scholz announces vote of confidence in government after conflict with Lindner

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New secretary general of Germany's ruling party sees Putin's friend in the ranks of his political party

New secretary general of Germany's ruling party sees Putin's friend in the ranks of his political party

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Berlin warns of serious transportation problems during Biden's visit

Berlin warns of serious transportation problems during Biden's visit

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Expert on the Victory Plan: it contains measures that partners can implement

Expert on the Victory Plan: it contains measures that partners can implement
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Scholz calls Russian military in Ukraine “victims of imperialist madness”

Scholz calls Russian military in Ukraine “victims of imperialist madness”

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Scholz confirms he is ready to talk to Putin about peace in Ukraine

Scholz confirms he is ready to talk to Putin about peace in Ukraine

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German chancellor candidate is ready to supply Taurus to Ukraine under certain conditions

German chancellor candidate is ready to supply Taurus to Ukraine under certain conditions

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The Bundestag believes that the German army will need 35 thousand more troops to meet NATO's new defense requirements

The Bundestag believes that the German army will need 35 thousand more troops to meet NATO's new defense requirements

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The rating of the pro-Russian party BSW in Germany has fallen to a minimum

The rating of the pro-Russian party BSW in Germany has fallen to a minimum

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German President plans to announce the dissolution of the Bundestag on December 27

German President plans to announce the dissolution of the Bundestag on December 27

Steinmeier plans to dissolve the German parliament on December 27 after the failed vote of confidence in Scholz. New federal elections are to be held on February 23, 2024.

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Russia's war against Ukraine has been going on for too long: Scholz talks to Trump

Russia's war against Ukraine has been going on for too long: Scholz talks to Trump

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz had a phone conversation with US President-elect Donald Trump. The parties discussed security policy in Europe and the war in Ukraine, emphasizing the need to achieve a just peace.

War •  • 35327 views
The EU imposed sanctions against 19 people for the first time for hybrid threats from Russia

The EU imposed sanctions against 19 people for the first time for hybrid threats from Russia

The EU Council imposed sanctions against 16 individuals and 3 legal entities for destabilizing actions of the Russian Federation abroad. The restrictions include asset freezes and a ban on entry to the EU.

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German aid to Ukraine in 2025 is guaranteed: Finance Minister Jörg Kukis

German aid to Ukraine in 2025 is guaranteed: Finance Minister Jörg Kukis

The German Finance Minister reaffirmed guarantees of support for Ukraine in 2025, despite the lack of a permanent budget. The draft envisages a reduction in aid to €4 billion from €8 billion in 2024.

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In Germany, the deputy offers to pay Syrian refugees 1000 euros for returning home

In Germany, the deputy offers to pay Syrian refugees 1000 euros for returning home

Bundestag MP Jens Spahn offered to pay 1,000 euros each to Syrians who agree to return from Germany to Syria. He also suggests organizing a conference on the reconstruction of the country together with Austria, Turkey and Jordan.

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Zelensky discussed with Merz the idea of creating a contact group to restore peace in Ukraine

Zelensky discussed with Merz the idea of creating a contact group to restore peace in Ukraine

The president of Ukraine discussed with Friedrich Merz the creation of a contact group with the participation of Germany, France, Great Britain, Poland and Denmark. The group's goal is to establish a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.

War •  • 43334 views
German Chancellor candidate Merz arrived in Kyiv

German Chancellor candidate Merz arrived in Kyiv

Friedrich Merz, the CDU/CSU candidate, visited Kyiv a week after Scholz's visit. The leader of the opposition bloc, who does not rule out providing Ukraine with TAURUS, intends to discuss the state of the country's defense.

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"At this stage, it is excluded. But someday we will have to do it": Pistorius on German peacekeepers in Ukraine

"At this stage, it is excluded. But someday we will have to do it": Pistorius on German peacekeepers in Ukraine

German Defense Minister Pistorius did not rule out the possibility of sending German peacekeepers to Ukraine in the future. This issue is not currently being considered, but the final decision will depend on the "conditions that have been created".

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Scholz: Ukrainian refugees should be encouraged to work or return home

Scholz: Ukrainian refugees should be encouraged to work or return home

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has announced the need to stimulate the employment of Ukrainian refugees. Zelenskyy plans to set up institutions in Germany and Poland to support Ukrainians in finding employment or returning.

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Zelensky announced an important conversation with German Chancellor Scholz

Zelensky announced an important conversation with German Chancellor Scholz

The president of Ukraine will hold a telephone conversation with Olaf Scholz on November 29. The leaders will discuss the reaction to Russia's attempts to prolong the war and its intentions regarding missile strikes.

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Chairman of the NATO Military Committee reveals changes in the Russian army

Chairman of the NATO Military Committee reveals changes in the Russian army

The chairman of the NATO Military Committee said that the Russian army has become larger but has lost quality compared to 2022.

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Scholz to run for German chancellor again: SPD board approves nomination

Scholz to run for German chancellor again: SPD board approves nomination

The SPD has unanimously nominated Olaf Scholz as its candidate for chancellor in the early elections in 2025. The decision came after the rejection of the more popular Boris Pistorius and the collapse of the “traffic light coalition”.

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Merkel admits in her memoirs that she blocked Ukraine's accession to NATO out of fear of Russia

Merkel admits in her memoirs that she blocked Ukraine's accession to NATO out of fear of Russia

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel admitted in her memoirs that she blocked Ukraine's accession to NATO out of fear of a military response from Russia. She explained this by the presence of the Russian fleet in Crimea and the low support for NATO among Ukrainians.

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In Germany, people who bring knives to Christmas markets will be fined 10 thousand euros

In Germany, people who bring knives to Christmas markets will be fined 10 thousand euros

Germany has set a fine of up to 10,000 euros for carrying knives at Christmas markets. The ban has been in effect since October 31, but does not apply to traders, emergency workers, or fair participants.

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Scholz vs. Pistorius: Social Democrats in Germany consider whom to nominate as a candidate for chancellor

Scholz vs. Pistorius: Social Democrats in Germany consider whom to nominate as a candidate for chancellor

At a closed-door meeting, SPD MPs expressed dissatisfaction with Olaf Scholz as a candidate for the election. They propose to replace him with the more popular Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.

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To the sound of the shahed: an exhibition of foreign components used by Russia in weapons against Ukraine was held in Berlin

To the sound of the shahed: an exhibition of foreign components used by Russia in weapons against Ukraine was held in Berlin

An exhibition of Western components used by Russia in its weapons against Ukraine was held in Berlin. The exhibition showed that Russia imported chips worth $4 billion despite the sanctions.

War •  • 23394 views
Germany is going to early elections on February 23 after the collapse of the Scholz coalition

Germany is going to early elections on February 23 after the collapse of the Scholz coalition

Germany will hold new elections on February 23, 2024 due to the collapse of the ruling coalition. Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to ask for a vote of confidence in the Bundestag on December 16.

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German chancellor candidate intends to make a strong demand of Russia

German chancellor candidate intends to make a strong demand of Russia

Friedrich Merz, the main contender for the post of German Chancellor, is preparing an ultimatum to Russia. He plans to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles in response to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.

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By Christmas: Scholz ready to hold confidence vote in Bundestag

By Christmas: Scholz ready to hold confidence vote in Bundestag

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is ready to hold a confidence vote in parliament before Christmas. This decision was made after the collapse of the government coalition and the conflict over budget policy.

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German president ready to dissolve Bundestag for early elections

German president ready to dissolve Bundestag for early elections

Frank-Walter Steinmeier said he was ready to dissolve the Bundestag for early elections in March. A vote of confidence in the Scholz government will be held on January 15 after the passage of key bills.

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After the collapse of the coalition, leading German politicians call for new elections early next year

After the collapse of the coalition, leading German politicians call for new elections early next year

After the collapse of the Svitlofor coalition, CDU/CSU leaders call for new elections to the Bundestag as soon as possible.

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Scholz announces vote of confidence in government after conflict with Lindner

Scholz announces vote of confidence in government after conflict with Lindner

German Chancellor Scholz initiates a confidence vote in the Bundestag on January 15, 2024. The decision comes after a conflict with Finance Minister Lindner over budget policy.

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New secretary general of Germany's ruling party sees Putin's friend in the ranks of his political party

New secretary general of Germany's ruling party sees Putin's friend in the ranks of his political party

Matthias Mirsch, the new SPD secretary general, expressed support for former Chancellor Schroeder, despite his ties to Putin. Mearsch said he highly appreciates Schroeder's life achievements, although he has a different view of the war in Ukraine.

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Berlin warns of serious transportation problems during Biden's visit

Berlin warns of serious transportation problems during Biden's visit

Berlin warns of large-scale traffic restrictions during the visit of US President Joe Biden. Residents are advised to avoid the city center, and changes in public transportation are expected.

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Expert on the Victory Plan: it contains measures that partners can implement

Expert on the Victory Plan: it contains measures that partners can implement

The experts analyzed the Victory Plan presented by President Zelenskyy. They noted the potential benefits for Ukraine, but pointed out the difficulties of implementing some of the points due to the position of Western partners.

War •  • 115455 views
Scholz calls Russian military in Ukraine “victims of imperialist madness”

Scholz calls Russian military in Ukraine “victims of imperialist madness”

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called for ways to end the war in Ukraine. He also pointed out that Russia is partly responsible for many of the problems of the German economy.

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Scholz confirms he is ready to talk to Putin about peace in Ukraine

Scholz confirms he is ready to talk to Putin about peace in Ukraine

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said he was ready to talk to Putin about peace in Ukraine. He emphasized that he would not make decisions without taking into account Ukraine's position and consulting with partners.

War •  • 13845 views
German chancellor candidate is ready to supply Taurus to Ukraine under certain conditions

German chancellor candidate is ready to supply Taurus to Ukraine under certain conditions

CDU leader Friedrich Merz announces his readiness to supply Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles, but under certain conditions. He criticizes the Scholz government for its lack of strategic vision and calls for greater European independence from the United States in helping Ukraine.

Politics •  • 17347 views
The Bundestag believes that the German army will need 35 thousand more troops to meet NATO's new defense requirements

The Bundestag believes that the German army will need 35 thousand more troops to meet NATO's new defense requirements

The chairman of the Bundestag's defense committee said that the German army needs 35,000 additional soldiers to meet new NATO requirements.

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The rating of the pro-Russian party BSW in Germany has fallen to a minimum

The rating of the pro-Russian party BSW in Germany has fallen to a minimum

The rating of the “Union of Sarah Wagenknecht” (BSW) in Germany has dropped to 8%, reaching its lowest level since June 23. The CDU/CSU bloc remains the strongest opposition force with 31% support.

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