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Schulze Slams AfD Personnel Plans Fears Foreign Control Over Saxony-Anhalt Leadership
Sachsen-Anhalt State Premier Sven Schulze (CDU) has expressed sharp criticism regarding potential staffing policies of the AfD. Speaking…
German Foreign Minister Boosts Tomahawk Missiles Talks With US Allies
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) stated that Germany remains committed to acquiring Tomahawk cruise missiles from the…
Estonia Foreign Minister Praises Merz After Year In Office
Estonia’s Foreign Minister, Margus Tsahkna, commended Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) after the German government marks its first year…
Wadephul Calls Iranian Foreign Minister Over Critical Issues
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Sunday. During…
German Critics Back Democrats Amid Trump’s Troubled US Foreign Policy
In an op-ed published in the “Rheinische Post” (Saturday edition), former foreign policy advisor to German Chancellor Angela…
German Foreign Minister Calls for Patience Amid Iran Negotiations and Near East Crisis
At his visit to Rabat, Morocco, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) focused on the need for patience and…
German Foreign Ministry Watches Italian Lawsuit Threatening Nazi Victims’ Assets
A potential loophole for Greek descendants of Nazi victims to seize control of German assets has emerged following…
Global South Burdened By Debt Crisis Fears Following Massive Foreign Loan Payments
The global risk of debt crises is escalating significantly, particularly in countries already strained by payments to foreign…
Iran Foreign Minister Meets Putin Following US Talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi recently visited St. Petersburg, where he met with Russian President Vladimir Putin. According…
Iran Foreign Minister Arrives in Pakistan US Talks Unconfirmed
The Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has arrived in Pakistan for talks, a location also expected to host…
Germany Maintains Diplomatic Ties with Iran Says Foreign Office
According to the federal government, diplomatic relations between Germany and Iran remain intact. A spokesperson for the Federal…
Greens Demand Stricter Scrutiny on Foreign Ownership of Critical German Infrastructure
The Green Party advocates for a significantly stricter regulatory review of acquisitions of companies deemed critical to national…
Ex Foreign Minister Slams Orban Calling Him Putin’s Western Agent
The former Hungarian Foreign Minister and EU Commissioner, Peter Balazs, leveled serious accusations against Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor…
EU Calls For Ending Unanimity Rule To Boost Foreign Policy Action
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) is strongly advocating for the swift elimination of the consensus principle within the…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Signals Commitment to Secure Middle East Sea Routes
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) said Germany will help secure maritime trade routes in the Middle East. “Like the United…
German Foreign Office Calls Out Israel’s Death Penalty Expansion Plans
The German Foreign Office still hopes that the joint appeal against Israel’s plans to expand the death penalty…
German Foreign Minister Demands Europe Play Bigger Role in US Iran Strategy Ahead of G7 Summit
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul of the CDU called for deeper European involvement in the United States’ strategy on the…
Bundestag Passes Law to Speed Up Recognition of Foreign Health Care Credentials
The German Bundestag has passed a bill to speed up the recognition of foreign professional qualifications in health…
G7 Foreign Ministers Back Middle Eastern Allies Amid Iran Attacks
The foreign ministers of the G7 states have reaffirmed their support for partner countries in the Middle East…
Audit Office Criticises Foreign Ministry’s New Agency Construction
The German Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Auswärtiges Amt) faces a stern review from the Federal Court of…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Signals No Direct Iran War Role But Open to Expanding EU Red Sea Shipping Mission
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) has reaffirmed that Germany will not become an active participant in the…
Greenland’s Foreign Minister Resigns as Coalition Cracks in Government Crisis
Greenland’s government is facing a crisis. The broad coalition that governed after last week’s election is fracturing almost…
Kevin Kühnert Puts Red‑Red‑Green Coalition in Question Over Foreign Policy Obstacles
Former SPD general secretary Kevin Kühnert says that, at present, a red‑red‑green coalition at the federal level seems unlikely…
German Foreign Office Anticipates No Policy Shift in Iran After Chamenei Ascension
The German Foreign Office says that the choice of Modschtaba Chamenei as Iran’s new Supreme Leader is unlikely…
Former German Foreign Minister Fischer Warns of Iran’s State Collapse Amid US Military Actions
Former German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer, a member of the Greens, criticised the ongoing U.S. military deployment in Iran.…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Reaffirms Support for Ukraine Amid European Challenges
Before departing for an informal Baltic Sea Council meeting in Warsaw, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) reaffirmed Germany’s commitment…
SPD Spokesman Adis Ahmetovic Criticizes Foreign Minister Wadephul on Crisis Communication
SPD foreign‑policy spokesperson Adis Ahmetovic criticized the crisis communication of Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. “The initial statement that…
German Foreign Office Welcomes New Iranian Ambassador
The German Foreign Office announced on Tuesday that it had summoned the Iranian ambassador for a formal meeting.…
German Government Faces Criticism Over Middle East Evacuation Plans by Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul
Following the German government’s announcement that it would allow its first holiday‑makers to leave the war zone in…
German Foreign Minister Declares No Military Evacuation From UAE Possible Amid Middle East Tensions
Due to the tense situation in the Middle East, many Germans are stranded in the United Arab Emirates.Foreign…
German Foreign Ministry Issues Middle East Travel Warning After Israel and US Airstrikes
After the airstrikes carried out by Israel and the United States on Iranian targets and the ensuing military…
Germany Boosts Cybersecurity Powers to Target Foreign Attackers
The German federal government aims to significantly broaden the authority of security agencies to counter cyberattacks, including threats…
German Hospitals See Surge In Foreign Doctors Share Rises Significantly
More and more doctors in Germany come from abroad, especially in human and dental medicine, where their share…
German Foreign Minister Shocked By Hungary’s Blockade Of EU Aid For Ukraine
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) expressed surprise at Hungary’s recent blockade of EU aid to Ukraine. Speaking before consultations…
German Foreign Office Welcomes Venezuela Amnesty Law While Urging Further Action
The German Foreign Office has welcomed the Venezuelan Parliament’s recently adopted amnesty law in principle, but it stresses…
Frei Warns Against Foreign Policy Naïveté After Munich Security Conference
Thorsten Frei, Germany’s Minister for the Federal Chancellery, warned at the Munich Security Conference that the country could…
German Foreign Minister Claims State Murder of Nawalny After Poison Test
After police presented evidence of poisoning on the body of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU)…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Demands International Action Over Navalny Poisoning Claims
Bundesaußenminister Johann Wadephul (CDU) responded sharply to the evidence presented by several European states that Russian opposition politician…
Pistorius Recruits Former Spokesman Schaefer as New Defense Advisor Amid Foreign Ministry Shakeup
In the midst of a large reshuffle at the Foreign Office, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) has been…
EU Commission Investigates Chinese Wind Turbine Company Over Alleged Foreign Subsidies
The European Commission has launched investigations against the Chinese wind‑power company Goldwind.The inquiry focuses on the allegation that…
Finnish Foreign Minister Urges US to Intensify Pressure on Moscow Ahead of Abu Dhabi Talks
Before the peace talks in Abu Dhabi, Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen called on the Trump administration to step…
Germany’s Foreign Minister Wadephul Heads to Indo-Pacific to Strengthen Strategic Partnerships
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) said that he aims to strengthen partnerships during his upcoming trip to the…
German Economics Institute President Moritz Schularick Calls for War Czar at Chancellor Office to Coordinate Germany Economics Defence and Foreign Policy
Moritz Schularick, president of the Institute for World Economics in Kiel, has called for greater coordination of Germany’s…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Cheers US Designation Of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard As Terrorist Group
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) welcomed the European Union’s decision to classify the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps…
Former German Foreign Minister Fischer Calls Mercosur and India Free‑Trade Deals a Gateway to the Future
Former German foreign minister Joschka Fischer-who represents the Greens-describes the European free‑trade agreements with the Mercosur countries and with…
Former German Foreign Minister Fischer Warns Trump Is Building Oligarchy
Former German foreign minister Joschka Fischer of the Greens believes U.S. President Donald Trump is actively working to dismantle democracy.“Trump…
Former German Foreign Minister Fischer Calls for Europe to Get Its Own Nuclear Weapon
Former German foreign minister Joschka Fischer, a Green Party figure, has urged Europe to develop its own nuclear weapon.…
Foreign Direct Investment In Germany Soars To €96 Billion In 2025, Doubling Previous Year
Germany recorded a significant rise in foreign direct investment in 2025.According to the Institute for the German Economy…
US Embassy Warns Klingbeil Over New Streaming Law Amid Coalition Dispute Over Foreign Services
In the governing coalition there is deep disagreement over how to handle foreign streaming platforms, especially those from…
Schweitzer Calls for Swift Digital Tax on Foreign Tech Titans
Chairman of the Broadcasting Commission of the States, Alexander Schweitzer (SPD), has called for a rapid introduction of a…
EU Foreign Commissioner Kaja Kallas Confirms Support to Greenland Amid Trump Threats
She concluded that a unified Europe, capable of defending its interests and values, must also strengthen its engagement…
Belarus Frees 123 Foreign Prisoners
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has announced the pardon of 123 foreign nationals, a move framed as the culmination…
Germany Revamps Foreign Ministry
Germany’s Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, is initiating a sweeping overhaul of the Federal Foreign Office, signaling a significant…
Spahn Praises Trump’s Foreign Policy
German Politician Offers Qualified Praise for Trump’s Foreign Policy Approach One year after Donald Trump secured a second…
Germany Demands Foreign Policy Reset
A growing rift within the ruling conservative alliance in Germany is escalating concerns over the nation’s foreign policy…
Germany Investigates Foreign Nationals in Homicide Cases
The German Interior Ministry has confirmed that 130 foreign nationals suspected of involvement in murder, manslaughter, or negligent…
Protests Surge Near German Foreign Ministry
Several hundred people gathered in Berlin on Thursday, staging a demonstration directly in front of the Federal Foreign…
Merz Questions Criticism of Foreign Policy Focus
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has expressed surprise at criticism regarding his focus on…
AfD Seeks Cuts to Welfare and Foreign Aid
Following a budgetary review session of the German Bundestag’s Budget Committee concerning the 2025 federal budget, the Alternative…
Merz Links Economic Strength to Foreign Policy Focus
Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed the challenges and priorities of his administration during a speech at the CDU party…
Foreign Workers Boost Cologne Job Numbers
The number of foreign nationals employed in Germany continues to rise, with approximately seven million foreign workers contributing…
Germany Considers Loan Guarantees for Foreign Gas Plants
The German federal government is considering providing credit guarantees worth €893 million for gas-fired power plants abroad, according…
German Pharmacies Demand Action on Foreign Discount Drugs
The president of the German Pharmaceutical Association (ABDA), Thomas Preis, has called on Federal Health Minister Nina Warken…
Chikungunya Cases Rise in Bavaria After Foreign Travel
Bavaria has seen a significant increase in reported cases of the Chikungunya virus, according to recent data. As…
Green Leader Praises Merkel-esque Foreign Policy
A senior figure within the German Green Party has publicly commended the foreign policy approach of CDU leader…
Merz Defends Foreign Policy Focus
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has defended his administration’s initial focus on foreign policy…
Germany Creates New Foreign Policy Unit
The German Finance Ministry is undergoing a significant restructuring under the leadership of Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD),…
Merz Meets with Chinese Foreign Minister
The German government has confirmed that Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi last Friday.…
Is the Union Losing Its Grip on Reality in Foreign Policy?
German politician Ralf Stegner, a member of the Social Democratic Party, has come to the defense of German…
Israel’s Foreign Minister
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar expressed skepticism about the chances of a diplomatic solution to the military conflict…
Germany’s New Foreign Minister Calls for a Stronger German Role in the Alliance
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has emphasized the need for a leading role in the defense policy of…
Foreign Minister Scrambles to Re-Rout Trip Amid Israel-Iran Tensions
In the wake of Israel’s military strikes in Iran, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has altered the course…
A New Era of German Foreign Policy?
In a move that has garnered attention, the Left Party’s chair, Sahra Wagenknecht, has expressed support for a…
Foreign Minister’s Blunt Defense of Gaza Actions
Israel’s Foreign Minister, Gideon Saar, has defended his country’s actions in the Gaza Strip, stating that they are…
Elite University’s Days of Profiting from Foreign Students Numbered?
US Imposes Restrictions on Harvard University, Accusing it of Fostering Violence and Antisemitism In a dramatic escalation of…
Foreign Violent Offenders to be Automatically Deported
Germany’s Rising Knife Crime Spurs Call for Expulsion of Foreign Offenders As knife crime continues to rise in…
Armin Laschet set to lead Foreign Affairs Committee in Germany
The highest decision-making body of the German Parliament, the Bundestag, has determined which political parties will lead the…
Germany’s Foreign Minister Calls for 5% of GDP for Defense Spending
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) has joined the call by US President Donald Trump for Germany and…
Röttgen: Peace Talks in Ankara Are Just a Tactic, Warns CDU Foreign Policy Expert.
CDU’s Norbert Röttgen warns against excessive optimism regarding the planned meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian…
Mützenich Rejects Bid for Foreign Affairs Chairmanship, Citing Focus on Non-Military Issues
The proposal by the SPD leadership to appoint former faction chief Rolf Mützenich as the new chair of…
Germany’s Foreign Minister Must Speak Truth to Power
Matthias Miersch, the parliamentary group leader of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), has expressed his concerns about the…
Security in Baltic Sea region described as precarious by German Foreign Minister
Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) wants to place greater emphasis on security in the Baltic Sea region.…
SPD’s Foreign Affairs Committee Presidential Candidate Faces Tough Decisions
Former SPD parliamentary group leader Rolf Mützenich may become chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee. According to the…
German Foreign Minister Rejects Russia’s Claims, Calls for End of War in Ukraine
Bundesaußenminister Johann Wadephul of CDU disputes Russian Ambassador Sergej Netschajev’s claim that it was Berlin that severed ties…
Dürr Rejects Merz as Chancellor, Criticizes New Government’s Focus on Foreign Policy
Christian Dürr, the likely next chairman of the FDP, has expressed his disagreement with Friedrich Merz, the CDU…
Foreign Office Hopes for Reconciliation as India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate
The Foreign Office hopes for a peaceful resolution to the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan. “We are…
Trump’s 100 Days: Chaos and Uncertainty Dominate US Foreign and Economic Policy
According to the deputy Prime Minister of North Rhine-Westphalia, Mona Neubaur (Green Party), the first 100 days of…
Former Foreign Minister Wadephul Calls for Continued US Support Amidst Changing Global Focus
Johann Wadephul, the designated Foreign Minister of Germany, believes that the close relationship between Germany and the United…
SPD Endorses CDU’s Wadephul for Foreign Minister Role
The SPD has expressed approval for the presumably CDU-anticipated Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul (CDU). “Johann Wadephul is an…
AfD Regional Politicians Announce Memorial Site Visit Amidst Foreign Office Exclusion Attempts
On their march towards Berlin, the Red Army had to overcome the Seelow Heights in April 1945, hills…
CDU Candidate for Foreign Minister Advocates for Escalation Over Diplomacy
Johann Wadephul, a member of the CDU party, was responsible for foreign, security and defense policy in the…
BURNED EARTH: Baerbock’s Downfall – The Foreign Office’s Final Rebuke
German Foreign Minister’s Last Act: Excluding Russia and Belarus from Victory Celebrations The German government has announced that…
German Foreign Minister Accused of Echoing Hitler’s Hate!
A confidential directive from the German Foreign Office has leaked to the public, revealing that official representatives from…
The Nation’s New ‘Foreign Agents’ Law Revealed!
A new law on “foreign agents” was adopted by the Georgian Parliament on Tuesday, in its third and…
The article highlights that D’Alema met with high-ranking officials in both countries, including the Brazilian Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese Special Envoy on the Korean Peninsula, to explore possibilities for international cooperation and humanitarian aid for Ukraine.
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva declined to discuss Ukraine with former Italian Prime Minister Massimo D’Alema,…
USAID: The Final Nail in the Coffin of US Foreign Aid?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Friday that the US Agency for International Development (USAID) will…
Foreign Minister’s UN Move Sparks Mass Backlash
Since Tuesday of this week, Annalena Baerbock has only held the position of Germany’s acting foreign minister. The…
The CDU’s Dark Horse for Foreign Minister?
Armin Laschet, a former Minister-President of North Rhine-Westphalia, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the German…
A ‘Feminist Fiasco’? Ex-Diplomat Heusgen Slams Foreign Minister’s Appointment
Former High-Ranking Diplomat Christoph Heusgen Criticizes Baerbock’s Nomination for UN Presidency Christoph Heusgen, a former high-ranking diplomat, has…
Neutrality on the Brink as Foreign Minister’s Ukraine Policy Sparks Fury!
Austria’s Foreign Minister, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, defended the country’s Ukraine policy in a recent interview, dismissing criticism from the…