European defense company stocks reached a nearly two-month low on November 24. This happened amid progress in negotiations on a US-backed peace plan for Ukraine.
Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren stated that the country's laws prohibit the transfer of military equipment to countries involved in armed conflict. He denied information about Chile's agreement to supply Germany with Marder 1A3 IFVs for further transfer to Ukraine.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the provision of long-range missile systems to Ukraine, without specifying details. He emphasized that Germany and its partners would equip the Ukrainian army with the necessary systems, including potential production in Ukraine.
Germany will approve a bill on social assistance reform for Ukrainian refugees, reducing payments and requiring them to seek employment. Assistance will only be provided to those who do not have sufficient funds, with asset verification.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has approved the sale of air defense systems worth $3. 5 billion to Germany. Berlin requested 173 Standard Missile 6 (SM-6) Block I missiles and 577 Standard Missile 2 Block IIIC missiles, as well as related equipment.
The Budget Committee of the Bundestag approved the federal budget for 2026, increasing aid to Ukraine to 11. 5 billion euros. These funds are intended for artillery, drones, armored vehicles, and the replacement of Patriot missile systems.
Germany is considering a draft law on conscription if necessary, which includes a mandatory medical examination for 18-year-old men. Women will also be able to undergo the examination, and volunteers are offered up to 2,600 euros per month.
The German government plans to increase its defense support for Ukraine to over 11. 5 billion euros next year. The additional funds are earmarked for artillery, drones, armored vehicles, and the replacement of two Patriot air defense systems.
The German government plans to approve the purchase of defense equipment worth over 3 billion euros. The funds will go towards missiles for the IRIS-T SLM air defense system, 20 light Airbus combat helicopters, and 100,000 night vision devices.
German pianist and conductor Justus Frantz received the Order of Friendship from Putin, which sparked criticism. A Bundestag deputy called for Frantz to be stripped of his German Order of Merit due to his actions.
Around 50 cars, walls, and mailboxes in Hanau, Germany, were smeared with a substance resembling human blood, with drawings reminiscent of swastikas. Police are investigating the incident, which the Vice President of the Bundestag compared to the events of 2020.
Bundestag President Julia Klöckner called Germany "Europe's brothel" and called for a ban on sex purchases, advocating for the "Nordic model. " She argues that prostitution degrades women and is not a normal profession, despite its legalization in Germany since 2002.
The German Ministry of Defense and the military are concerned that MPs from the far-right AfD party may be using parliamentary inquiries to obtain strategically important information. They believe that some MPs are "deliberately processing questionnaires from Moscow" concerning the Bundeswehr's military capabilities and procurement schedules.
The popularity of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has fallen to 25%, a record low since the government was formed. This comes amid growing dissatisfaction with migration policy and deteriorating economic expectations in Germany.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius intends to order 15 F-35A fighter jets for 2. 5 billion euros. This will supplement the 35 aircraft already ordered, which are scheduled to start arriving in 2027.
The European Union is considering a proposal to allow new countries to join the EU without full voting rights, which could make leaders like Viktor Orban more amenable to Ukraine's accession. This initiative would allow countries like Ukraine to enjoy many of the benefits of EU membership, but without veto power.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will urge the EU to use frozen Russian assets to provide Ukraine with a loan of 140 billion euros. This funding is intended to support Ukraine's war efforts.
The German Bundestag has abolished the simplified procedure for obtaining citizenship. Now, to get a German passport, one must live in the country for five years instead of three.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz supports a return to compulsory military service in the long term. For now, he supports the voluntary model proposed by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
The discussion of the new Military Service Law in the German Bundestag has been postponed until next week. Defense Minister Pistorius criticized the CDU/CSU for delaying the implementation of new military service and military registration systems in Germany.
President Zelenskyy met with leaders of German factions to coordinate diplomacy and discuss support. Germany has allocated 9 billion euros in aid to Ukraine for next year.
The German government approved a bill on voluntary six-month military service in the Bundeswehr. From July 1, 2027, all men born from 2008 will be required to undergo a conscription commission.
Robert Habeck, Vice-Chancellor of the Scholz government, announced his resignation from the Bundestag effective September 1, 2025. He plans to pursue research and teaching abroad, aiming to distance himself from Berlin politics.
European politicians explained what guarantees EU countries can offer Ukraine. At the moment, peace negotiations without a ceasefire are simply Putin's pipe dream.
A debate has arisen in Germany regarding the country's possible participation in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Chancellor Friedrich Merz does not rule out such a possibility, but society and politicians are divided in their opinions.
German politicians have called on the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution to put the far-left Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance party under surveillance. The reason for this was the party's actions, which include defending a pro-Russian propagandist and supporting an organization suspected of financing terrorism.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated in the Bundestag that diplomatic means for resolving the issue of Russia's war against Ukraine have been exhausted. He promised further assistance to Ukraine and criticized Russia for attacks on civilian targets.
The German military considers Russia to be an "existential threat" to the country and Europe, according to a new strategic document from the Bundeswehr. The document indicates that the Kremlin is preparing for a large-scale conflict with NATO by the end of the decade.
The head of the Bundeswehr Association stated that Germany needs up to 260,000 soldiers for NATO's defense needs. The Bundeswehr currently has about 181,500 soldiers.
The German publication Spiegel reported on Zelenskyy's urgent return due to the Russian offensive in Sumy region. However, UNN sources deny this information, calling it a fake.
