Tag: Germany
Europe Marches Behind Washington Again
From Starmer’s base access to Macron’s nuclear buildup, the EU core trades strategic independence for deeper integration in the Iran war. The Middle East’s geopolitical landscape has reached a violent turning point following the launch of “Operation Epic Fury,” a joint military offensive led by the United States and Israel against Iran. RELATED:Iran Supreme Leader’s […]
March 2, 2026
China Supports an Independent and Self-Reliant Europe: President Xi
The Chinese leader calls for deeper bilateral cooperation. On Wednesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping told German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that his country supports an “independent and self-reliant” Europe. RELATED: China, Russia Alert Western Nuclear Blockade at UN Conference on Disarmament During the meeting held in Beijing, Xi said China and Germany must strengthen strategic communication […]
February 25, 2026
Nicaragua Continues Legal Process Over German Support for Gaza Genocide
Managua argues Berlin is violating international obligations by backing Israel. On Monday, Nicaragua submitted its response to the preliminary objections filed by Germany before the International Court of Justice ICJ in its case seeking to compel the European country to stop providing political, financial and military support to Israel amid a “campaign of destruction” against […]
February 24, 2026
U.S. Grants Priority Visa Appointments for the 2026 World Cup
The measure does not rule out immigration raids under Trump’s policies. On Tuesday, the U.S. State Department activated the “FIFA Pass System,” which grants priority visa appointments to those who already have tickets for the 2026 World Cup in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. RELATED: Mexicans Call for Boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup […]
January 21, 2026
German Farmers Reject EU-MERCOSUR Free Trade Agreement
The deal reduces farmers’ decision-making power and creates market dependence. On Thursday, the German farmers’ alliance “We’re Fed Up!” rejected the free trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and the Southern Common Market (Mercosur), deeming it harmful to farmers and consumers. RELATED: German Pension Levels are Unsustainable: Merz Xenia Brand, the director of the […]
January 8, 2026
Ukraine is Not a Distant War: German Chancellor Merz
He stated that dependence on raw materials is being used as a political weapon. In his New Year’s address, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the war in Ukraine is not a distant event given that Russia “attacks” Europe daily with sabotage, espionage, and cyberattacks. RELATED: German Pension Levels are Unsustainable: Merz He remarked on […]
January 1, 2026
Germany Ends 2025 in Broad Stagnation as U.S. Tariffs Derail Recovery Hopes
The tariff shock has compounded the export-driven economy’s structural weaknesses. Germany’s economy remains mired in stagnation as 2025 draws to a close, following two consecutive years of contraction. Early-year hopes of a modest recovery were dashed by an unexpected escalation of tariffs by the United States. RELATED: German Digital Minister Open to Social Media Ban […]
December 31, 2025
German Digital Minister Open to Social Media Ban for Children
Restricting kid’s access to platforms is more than justified, Wildberger said. On Friday, news agency DPA reported that German Minister for Digital Affairs Karsten Wildberger has expressed openness to introducing a ban on social media use for children, similar to recent measures adopted in Australia. RELATED: Macron Seeks Law to Ban Social Media Access for […]
December 26, 2025
Volkswagen Closes a Plant in Germany for the First Time in 88 Years
The Dresden plant will become an innovation center as automaker cuts German output and jobs. On Tuesday, Volkswagen will shut down automobile production at the Gläserne Manufaktur, a factory located in Dresden, in eastern Germany, which produced 165,508 vehicles over its 24 years of operation. RELATED: Germany Preparing Long-Range Missiles for Ukraine The last vehicle […]
December 16, 2025
Germany Preparing Long-Range Missiles for Ukraine
Meanwhile, U.S. Army Secretary Driscoll was received by Ukrainian PM Sviridenko. On Wednesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that his country is actively working to provide the Ukrainian army with long-range weapon systems. RELATED: Germany Strengthens Ukraine’s Air Defenses Amid Fractures in European Support Speaking at a joint press conference with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf […]