Merz proposed associate EU membership for Ukraine and reaffirmed support. He condemned the trips of AfD deputies to Moscow for champagne receptions.
Merz's sources called the rumors of his replacement 'absurd speculation. ' Earlier, media reports suggested the possible appointment of Wüst, Söder, or Spahn.
Germany will transfer an unprofitable gas-fired power plant to Ukraine on a self-pickup basis. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has opposed this decision.
Christian Schmidt is stepping down as High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina after five years in office. He will remain in the role until a successor is appointed.
The SPD is ready to examine Putin's proposal to involve Schröder in negotiations. The German government considers such a Kremlin initiative to be fictitious.
The German government called Putin's proposal regarding Schröder's mediation a sham and lacking credibility. For peace, the Kremlin must cease fire.
The Budget Committee blocked the purchase of 900 diesel containers due to the price rising to 291,000 euros. Members of Parliament are demanding new negotiations.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called Russia the main threat to the country's security, not Trump's policy. He spoke about possible participation in a demining mission in the Strait of Hormuz under a Bundestag mandate.
In Germany, a case has been opened for espionage through phishing in Signal; victims include politicians, military personnel, journalists, and NATO representatives. Accounts of ministers Prien, Hubertz, and Bundestag President Klöckner have been hacked.
Israeli police blocked Cardinal Pizzaballa's entry to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. After international criticism, Netanyahu ordered access to the shrine to be ensured.
German AfD lawmakers have access to confidential records of EU ambassador meetings. Diplomats fear data on Ukraine could be leaked to Russia and China.
Ukraine will receive a record 11. 5 billion euros in military aid and strengthen air defense. The parties discussed joint drone production and EU accession.
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk met the Bundestag leader in Kyiv. The head of the German parliament is expected to meet with Zelenskyy, among others. The visit is dedicated to energy, protection against drones, and solidarity with Ukraine.
The German parliament has adopted amendments to the Air Safety Act, granting law enforcement and the army broader powers to neutralize drones. Illegal entry into airfields is punishable by up to five years in prison.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Europe needs to regain dominance to assert itself in the new world order. He emphasized the importance of "power politics" for the realization of European ideas.
Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine will not be able to join the EU by 2027, as the integration process requires compliance with strict standards. He emphasized the unreality of rapid accession.
Gerhard Schröder refused to transfer documents about conversations with Putin to the German Federal Archives, keeping them at the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. These documents concern his time in power from 1998 to 2005.
The Bundeswehr has dismissed nine paratroopers, and initiated dismissal procedures against four others, due to accusations of sexual harassment, extremist views, and drug use. Investigations are ongoing, 26 individuals are considered suspects, and 17 soldiers have been temporarily suspended from duty.
The German CSU party proposes sending men fit for military service back to Ukraine. It is also proposed to use refugees' personal funds and assets to cover their living expenses.
German military equipment exports in 2025 decreased to 8. 4 billion euros, significantly lower than in the previous two years. The reason was a reduction in arms supplies to Ukraine to 1.14 billion euros.
The German government plans to expand the functions of the Federal Intelligence Service, allowing it to carry out cyberattacks and sabotage operations abroad. This comes amid growing hybrid threats and the activity of foreign intelligence services.
In 2026, the Armed Forces of Ukraine will receive 200 "Bohdana" self-propelled artillery systems based on German Mercedes-Benz Zetros chassis. 750 million euros have been allocated for the implementation of the program from Germany's support package of 1.2 billion euros.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the President of the German Bundestag, Julia Klöckner. The parties discussed mechanisms for using frozen Russian assets for the benefit of Ukraine and defense assistance.
Donald Trump is forcing EU leaders to confront a future in which America is no longer their primary security guarantor. Europe must organize its own defense much faster than anyone could have imagined.
The German Bundestag has passed a new military service law that provides for a two-tier system with voluntary service and possible conscription. This is intended to increase the size of the Bundeswehr, as 18-year-old men will receive notices of readiness to serve.
Germany is introducing a 10-year ban on naturalization for individuals who forge German language certificates. This decision will be made on December 3rd, following police raids that uncovered the sale of language certificates on the black market.
Sweden has allocated a winter support package to Ukraine worth over 100 million euros, aimed at energy supply, infrastructure repair, reforms, and healthcare. The total aid amounts to 1.112 billion Swedish kronor.
Germany has approved the federal budget for 2026 with expenditures of 524. 5 billion euros, which is 21.5 billion more than in 2025. Aid to Ukraine will amount to 11.5 billion euros, which is Berlin's largest support since 2022.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius warned against forcing Ukraine into unilateral territorial concessions. He emphasized that Ukraine must remain capable of defending itself in the future.
Germany has announced winter aid to Ukraine amounting to 170 million euros, as well as increased military support. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted that the total amount of German aid to Ukraine has reached 11.5 billion euros.
