German military to join French nuclear exercise for first time
German military personnel are set to take part in France’s flagship nuclear drill Poker for the first time this fall, according to a German government official. – The move would…
Philippines, Germany Review Bilateral Ties and West Philippine Sea
Had a productive phone call with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul where we discussed 🇵🇭-🇩🇪 bilateral relations following the successful State Visit of the German Federal President, Germany’s engagement with…
German parliament rejects Greens’ initiative to deliver Taurus missiles to Kiev
The Bundestag, Germany’s parliament, has rejected a resolution by The Greens party demanding to boost the country’s military support to Ukraine by providing it with Taurus cruise missiles and other…
NATO expands its Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Fleet with the purchase of Triton aircraft
On Tuesday (7 July), Denmark, Finland, Germany and Norway announced the procurement of up to five Northrop Grumman’s MQ-4C Triton high-end, high-altitude and long-endurance uncrewed aircraft to enhance NATO’s owned…
Germany seeks powers for spies to hack and disrupt attackers
Germany plans to give its spy agencies powers to hack, disrupt and deceive foreign attackers in a major overhaul of post-war intelligence limits, aiming to harden its response to growing…
US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz
Iran and the United States concluded a round of indirect talks on Wednesday with no sign they had made headway toward a lasting peace, focusing instead on issues that they…
End to US-Iran war a prerequisite for reconstruction talks: Germany
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signalled possible financial support for Middle East reconstruction but says hostilities need to fully stop before any moves are taken. – “As soon as it…
Paraguay, Germany Push for Progress on Mercosur-EU Trade Deal
Within the framework of the Mercosur Summit, I met with Johann Wadephul, Germany’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, who was accompanied by a delegation of legislators and businesspeople from his country.…
Hungary opposes EU plan to deprive military-age Ukrainians of refugee status — Magyar
Hungary, like some other EU countries, opposes the European Commission’s intention not to grant refugee status to Ukrainian men of military age, Prime Minister Peter Magyar told parliament. – The…
US, Germany Review Middle East Security and NATO Burden Sharing
Met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul today to discuss the situation in the Middle East and reiterated our shared commitment to ensuring Iran never obtains or develops a nuclear…