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In Germany, people who bring knives to Christmas markets will be fined 10 thousand euros
Scholz vs. Pistorius: Social Democrats in Germany consider whom to nominate as a candidate for chancellor
To the sound of the shahed: an exhibition of foreign components used by Russia in weapons against Ukraine was held in Berlin
Germany is going to early elections on February 23 after the collapse of the Scholz coalition
German chancellor candidate intends to make a strong demand of Russia
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Germany increases military aid to Ukraine by 400 million euros
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The Bundestag suggests Russian involvement in incidents at German military bases
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Russia says Ukraine allegedly controls 28 settlements in the Kursk region
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Kursk offensive shows Putin's weakness, - German MP Faber
Ukrainian offensive on Kursk changes allied policy on strikes on Russia - Politico
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For the first time in a long time, Germany approves the sale of significant amounts of weapons to Turkey - Spiegel
For the first time in years, Germany has approved a significant arms deal with Turkey worth about 336 million euros. This includes air defense missiles, torpedoes, and equipment for the modernization of submarines and frigates.
More than 80% of identified components in enemy weapons came from companies headquartered in the United States and Europe - Bloomberg
Most of the identified components in Russian weapons come from US and European companies. Parts from four Western manufacturers were found in the wreckage of the Iskander missile that hit Chernihiv.
Germany increases military aid to Ukraine by 400 million euros
The Bundestag approved a €400 million increase in funding for military support for Ukraine. The funds will be used to purchase air defense equipment, tanks, drones and ammunition, and €70 million has been allocated for energy restoration.
Components made in Germany are used - KFI showed the Bundestag deputies the weapons used by the enemy to attack Ukraine
Members of the Bundestag visited KFI in Kyiv, where they saw evidence of the use of German parts in Russian weapons. The director of the institute emphasized the importance of strengthening sanctions to stop the supply of critical components.
Head of the Bundestag Committee Calls for No Cut in Aid to Ukraine
Michael Roth of the SPD called on the German leadership not to cut military aid to Ukraine. He emphasized that the Ukrainian army needs the full support of its most important military ally in Europe.
Germany explains plans to help Ukraine after 2025
The German Finance Ministry denied information about the termination of aid to Ukraine in 2025. Part of the bilateral aid will be transferred to international programs, including $50 billion in G7 loans.
Threat of sabotage at NATO airbase in Germany: tests show water was not contaminated
The examination showed that the water at the German military base in Cologne was not contaminated. The results of the tests confirmed that the safety thresholds stipulated by German drinking water regulations were not exceeded.
The Bundestag suggests Russian involvement in incidents at German military bases
Members of the Bundestag suggest Russia's involvement in incidents at military bases in Germany. The NATO and German air force bases are investigating possible contamination of drinking water.
Delegations of the Ministries of Defense of Ukraine and Germany discussed the repair of equipment, needs and prospects of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Oleksandr Serhiy discussed arms supplies and the development of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with Christian Freuding. The parties reviewed new agreements on equipment samples and joint repair projects.
Russia says Ukraine allegedly controls 28 settlements in the Kursk region
The acting governor of the Kursk region said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces control 28 settlements in the region. The depth of penetration is 12 km, the width is 40 km, and the fate of about 2,000 people is unknown.
In the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, the gas metering station "Sudzha", through which gas is supplied to the EU, was damaged
In the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, the Sudzha gas metering station, which supplies gas to the EU, was damaged. Satellite imagery shows the destruction of the administrative building and the site with the measuring equipment.
Kursk offensive shows Putin's weakness, - German MP Faber
The head of the Bundestag Defense Committee, Markus Faber, said that the Ukrainian offensive on Kursk weakens Russia's positions in the east. He called for more Leopard 2 tanks to be provided to Ukraine.
Ukrainian offensive on Kursk changes allied policy on strikes on Russia - Politico
The Ukrainian army's offensive on Kursk may change the allies' policy on attacks on Russian territory. Germany and other countries demonstrate support for Ukraine's actions, recognizing its right to self-defense.