The German Chancellor held talks with the US President on conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. The parties agreed on further close contacts.
Experts consider the scenario of a full-scale Russian invasion of the Baltics unlikely due to a lack of resources. Only hybrid provocations and pressure are possible.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz advocated a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Iran. He emphasized the importance of preserving the integrity of the Iranian state.
The Green Party won 30. 4% of the votes, ahead of the CDU with 29.7%. The far-right AfD came in third, and the SPD barely crossed the threshold.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during a meeting with Donald Trump, expressed hope for a swift end to the war in Iran. He hopes for actions by the Israeli and American armies to change the government.
Germany and France have formed a nuclear coordination group to coordinate deterrence issues. By the end of the year, Germany will participate in French nuclear exercises at a conventional level.
Qatar's Patriot interceptor missile stockpiles will last for four days at current usage rates. Qatar halted LNG production after an Iranian drone attack, causing gas prices to rise.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine seeks to maintain contact with China. Beijing's participation could be useful for ending the war, not prolonging it.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that the country cannot evacuate its citizens from the Middle East due to closed airspace. Thousands of Germans, including tourists and permanent residents, are in the region.
During a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Xi Jinping stated the need for equal participation of all parties in negotiations for peace in Ukraine. The German Chancellor called on China to use its influence on Moscow to end the war.
Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing for a two-day visit, where he will discuss fair economic conditions for German companies and China's assistance in ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. He emphasized the importance of the European context of Germany's policy towards China.
Germany is increasing its support for Ukraine, raising military aid to 11. 5 billion euros by 2026. The EU is also working on a 90 billion euro loan mechanism for Ukraine.
The German CDU/CSU bloc proposes introducing mandatory age verification for teenagers on social media. This is intended to protect their mental health from the negative influence of online platforms.
Friedrich Merz was re-elected as the leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in Stuttgart, receiving 91. 17% of the votes. The vote took place on February 20, but due to technical glitches and a second round, the results were announced late.
Friedrich Merz confirmed unwavering support for Ukraine and condemned the criminal Russian regime. He called for a new European security strategy based on realism.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned the US against igniting a tariff war and expressed hope for a partnership with China. He plans to discuss this issue with Donald Trump in Washington and with Chinese leaders during a visit to China.
The German Chancellor believes that the war will end when one of the two sides is exhausted - either militarily or economically.
Germany and France are discussing possible formats for cooperation in the field of nuclear deterrence. The talks are not aimed at weakening the US role in European security.
President Karol Nawrocki stated that Poland should consider developing its own nuclear weapons. This is due to the growing threat from Russia and discussions about a potential European nuclear defense.
The European Union is changing its approach to defense, aiming not only to increase spending but also to create its own strategic capabilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a "European awakening" on security issues.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Russia is not ready for serious negotiations regarding the war in Ukraine. He believes that the war will end when Russia is economically and potentially militarily exhausted.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in talks with French President Emmanuel Macron regarding a joint European nuclear deterrent. This comes amid discussions in Europe about its own nuclear capabilities for the first time since the Cold War.
Friedrich Merz stated that Germany is doing everything for peace in Ukraine, providing leading support, especially in air defense. The country is launching large-scale projects in air defense and high-precision weapons.
President Zelenskyy received the first attack drone manufactured at a German-Ukrainian enterprise in Germany. This year, 10,000 such drones will strengthen the Ukrainian army.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban urged not to send money to Ukraine, stating that "war harms business. " He also called German leader Friedrich Merz a "weak leader" without naming him.
Germany has nominated Bundeswehr Inspector General Carsten Breuer for the position of Chairman of the NATO Military Committee. The new chairman will take office in the summer of 2027.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the EU is ready for negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. However, the European Union will not open parallel communication channels.
Friedrich Merz condemned Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure during a conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Germany reaffirmed its support for winter aid and finding ways to a ceasefire.
Europeans are concerned about their own security due to Donald Trump's policies, which sparks discussions about NATO's future and the US role. Experts believe that NATO will survive, but the US role may diminish, and Ukraine will not join the Alliance in the next three years.
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.
