June 2022 - Germany Special Weapons News

NATO's new Strategic Concept Germany Federal Foreign Office 30 Jun 2022 -- The new Strategic Concept adopted at the NATO Summit is designed to ensure NATO remains fit for the future. It deals with the threat posed by Russia as well as with further issues such as the challenges posed by climate change and the importance of gender perspectives for the security of us all.
Scholz at the NATO summit in Madrid - "NATO has not been this important for many years" Germany - Federal Government 30 Jun 2022 -- Two key outcomes of the NATO summit in Madrid were the adoption of a new Strategic Concept and agreement on accepting Finland and Sweden as members. Federal Chancellor Scholz emphasised the importance of the alliance for security in Europe and peace around the world. Scholz stressed how the allies were firmly united, and this had been evident in Madrid.
Iran should take this opportunity to conclude the deal while it is still possible: E3 at Security Council UK FCDO 30 Jun 2022 -- Joint statement by UK, France and Germany ahead of the Security Council meeting on the implementation of resolution 2231
NATO allies to supply weapons to Ukraine 'as long as necessary', vows Germany Press TV 29 Jun 2022 -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says NATO will continue to supply Ukraine with weapons in the war against Russia for "as long as necessary".
G-7 Countries Offer Alternative to China's Development Juggernaut VOA 28 Jun 2022 -- The world's wealthiest liberal democracies say they're offering developing nations $600 billion in infrastructure funding by 2027, providing what they say is a superior alternative to China's massive, multi-trillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
FACT SHEET: President Biden and G7 Leaders Announce Further Efforts to Counter Putin's Attack on Food Security The White House 28 Jun 2022
Germany to Invest Up to $84Bln Annually in Armed Forces - Chancellor Sputnik 28 Jun 2022 -- Germany will annually invest an average of 70-80 billion euros ($73-84 billion) in the armed forces (Bundeswehr) in the coming years, Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Tuesday.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz Prime Minister of Canada 27 Jun 2022 -- Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, on the margins of the G7 Summit in Elmau, Germany.
G7 says will stand by Ukraine 'for as long as it takes', vows new sanctions on Russia Press TV 27 Jun 2022 -- The Group of Seven (G7) countries have voiced unflinching support for Ukraine in the wake of Russia's months-long military operation in the former Soviet state, pledging to further tighten sanctions on Moscow.
G7 Leaders Call Russian Missile Strike On Shopping Mall A War Crime, Vow To Hold Putin Responsible RFE/RL 27 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies called a Russian missile strike on a crowded shopping center in Ukraine on June 27 a war crime and vowed to hold Russian President Vladimir Putin accountable.
FACT SHEET: The United States and G7 to Take Further Action to Support Ukraine and Hold the Russian Federation Accountable The White House 27 Jun 2022
G7 Leaders Look To Adopt Price Cap On Russian Oil To Limit Moscow's Energy Revenues RFE/RL 27 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations, meeting for a second day at a summit in Germany, are expected to agree to a price cap on Russian oil to limit Moscow's energy revenues as the centerpiece of new sanctions on Russia for its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.
G-7 Heightening Russia Sanctions for Ukraine War VOA 27 Jun 2022 -- The United States and the other members of the Group of Seven leading industrialized economies imposed new sanctions Monday against Russia for its four-month invasion of Ukraine. These include measures to cut Moscow off from materials and services needed by its industrial and technology sectors.
G7 Leaders Voice Unity Against Putin's Ukraine Invasion VOA 26 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven economies met in Germany's Bavarian Alps on Sunday, looking to show they are united against Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine while discussing ways to minimize the war's effect on rising global food and energy costs.
Biden urges NATO, G7 to 'stay together' against Russia Press TV 26 Jun 2022 -- US President Joe Biden has urged NATO allies and the world's wealthiest nations (G7) to "stay together" against Russia while visiting Germany for a three-day summit of G7 countries.
G7 To Ban Russian Gold In A 'Strike At The Heart' Of Putin's War Effort RFE/RL 26 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) industrialized democracies gathering for a two-day summit in the German Alps on June 26 will announce a ban on new imports of Russian gold to boost sanctions, according to British and U.S. officials.
Readout of President Biden's Meeting with Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany The White House 26 Jun 2022
Remarks by President Biden and Chancellor Scholz of the Federal Republic of Germany Before Bilateral Meeting | Krün, Germany The White House 26 Jun 2022
G7 Announces Infrastructure Program To Counter China's Belt And Road Initiative RFE/RL 26 Jun 2022 -- The Group of Seven (G7) has formally launched a global infrastructure and investment partnership aimed at countering a Chinese program that has been embraced by many developing countries.
Joint Statement on the Situation in Libya US Dept. of State 24 Jun 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom:
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock Before Their Meeting US Dept. of State 24 Jun 2022
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And German Vice Chancellor and Minister For Economic Affairs and Climate Action Robert Habeck Before Their Meeting US Dept. of State 24 Jun 2022
Gas emergency plan: Federal Government declares alert level - "An economic attack on us by Putin" Germany - Federal Government 23 Jun 2022 -- Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Robert Habeck announced the second level of the gas emergency plan today. The alert level now applies. Previously, Russia had reduced its gas deliveries, resulting in a considerable deterioration in the supply situation. The Federal Government is taking measures to save gas.
Six months of the Action Plan for Afghanistan Germany Federal Foreign Office 23 Jun 2022 -- In August 2021, the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan. The political and humanitarian situation has been extremely precarious since then. Foreign Minister Baerbock presented her Action Plan for Afghanistan on 23 December. It's time to assess the outcomes so far - both positive and negative.
Bundeswehr mission in Lebanon remains important: Germany is supporting the oldest still active United Nations peace mission Germany - Federal Government 23 Jun 2022 -- United Nations peacekeeping soldiers have been engaged in fostering peace between Lebanon and Israel since 1978. Germany has been supporting the UNIFIL peace mission since 2006. Why is the mission and Germany's involvement still important?
German Chancellor Scholz assures NATO of support ahead of summit People's Daily 23 Jun 2022 -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday assured eastern partners of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) of Germany's solidarity.
Germany Triggers Gas Alarm, Moves Closer To Rationing After Russia Cuts Supply RFE/RL 23 Jun 2022 -- Germany has triggered the second stage of its three-part emergency gas plan in response to Russia's reducing supplies and accused Moscow of an "economic attack."
'Gas Is Scarce Commodity': Berlin Activates 2nd of Three Stages in Emergency Plan Amid Energy Crisis Sputnik 23 Jun 2022 -- Germany has launched the second stage of its emergency plan to reduce gas consumption amid the global energy crisis caused by Western sanctions against Russia, German Economy Minister Robert Habeck said on Thursday.
Military support for Ukraine Germany - Federal Government 21 Jun 2022 -- This list provides an overview of Germany's lethal and non-lethal military support for Ukraine. It includes both transfers sourced from Bundeswehr stocks and deliveries sourced from the defence industry that have been purchased with funds from the Enable and Enhance Initiative of the Federal Government.
Continued focus of the monthly EU Foreign Affairs Council: Current developments in connection with Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine Germany Federal Foreign Office 20 Jun 2022 -- Other issues on the agenda are the Horn of Africa with regard to Ethiopia as well as an exchange with the Egyptian Foreign Minister - in particular on the preparation of the COP27 climate conference.
German Authorities Investigating Several Hundred Possible Russian War Crimes In Ukraine RFE/RL 18 Jun 2022 -- German authorities are investing several hundred possible war crimes committed by Russian personnel in Ukraine, a top police official said.
Ihor Zhovkva had a phone conversation with the European Policy Advisor to the Federal Chancellor of Germany President of Ukraine 17 Jun 2022
Why is the Northern Ireland Protocol so important? Germany Federal Foreign Office 16 Jun 2022 -- The Northern Ireland Protocol regulates trade and prevents a hard border on the island of Ireland, thereby upholding the Good Friday (Belfast) Agreement that plays an instrumental role in securing peace. Draft legislation now presented by the UK Government aims to override the Protocol unilaterally.
Federal Chancellor Scholz in Kyiv - "Ukraine belongs in the European family" Germany - Federal Government 16 Jun 2022 -- Federal Chancellor Scholz met Ukrainian President Zelensky in Kyiv and stressed his continued support for the country in its defensive struggle against Russia. In addition, he said, he would push for Ukraine to be given the status of an EU candidate country. Visiting the suburb of Irpin, Federal Chancellor Scholz expressed his shock at the destruction he saw there.
EU Leaders Visit Kyiv Amid Rising Divisions, Tensions VOA 16 Jun 2022 -- Thursday's visit to Ukraine by four European Union leaders comes ahead of a key decision on Kyiv's EU candidacy, expected next week — and as tensions grow over Europe's long-term commitment to the war.
French, German, Italian, Romanian Leaders Visit Kyiv VOA 16 Jun 2022 -- French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi and President Klaus Iohannis of Romania visited Kyiv on Thursday in a show of support for Ukraine amid its battle to fend off Russia's invasion.
French, German and Italian Leaders Visit Kyiv VOA 16 Jun 2022 -- French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi visited Kyiv on Thursday in a show of support to Ukraine amid its battle to fend off Russia's invasion.
Negotiations needed to bring ceasefire in Ukraine: France's Macron People's Daily 16 Jun 2022 -- The Ukrainian president will have to negotiate with Russia, and the Europeans will also be present at the negotiating table, bringing security guarantees, visiting French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday at a NATO base in southeastern Romania.
Germany, France, Italy, Romania back EU 'candidate status' for Ukraine Press TV 16 Jun 2022 -- Germany, France, Italy, and Romania say they back Ukraine's candidacy for membership in the European Union, despite Russia's strict opposition to the prospect.
European Leaders, During Visit To Kyiv, Back 'Immediate' EU Candidate Status For Ukraine RFE/RL 16 Jun 2022 -- All four European leaders who visited Ukraine on June 16 support "immediate" EU candidate status for Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron said after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
EU Leaders Stop In Kyiv Suburb Left In Ruins After Russian Withdrawal RFE/RL 16 Jun 2022 -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi have toured a Kyiv suburb to witness firsthand the massive destruction wrought on the area by Russian forces who invaded and then withdrew after encountering stiff resistance from Ukrainian forces.
Strengthening our engagement in the Western Balkans: German participation in EUFOR-ALTHEA Germany Federal Foreign Office 15 Jun 2022 -- Germany has not contributed personnel the EU stabilisation force EUFOR-ALTHEA in Bosnia and Herzegovina since 2012. The Cabinet decision to rejoin the operation, taken shortly after Foreign Minister Baerbock's trip to the Western Balkans, is a key sign of Germany's strong commitment to the region.
Joint Statement by the United States Department of Defense, the Ministry of Defence of the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Ministry of Defence of the United Kingdom DoD 15 Jun 2022 -- The United States, United Kingdom, and Germany are deeply committed to supporting Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia's unprovoked invasion. Russia has shifted its focus to the Donbas region, where it is engaging in a systematic long-range rocket and artillery barrage against defensive Ukrainian military positions and civilian infrastructure alike.
Germany Says Russian Gas Cut Is Attempt To Drive Up Price RFE/RL 15 Jun 2022 -- Russian gas giant Gazprom says it will further reduce daily gas deliveries through the Nord Stream 1 pipeline, a move that Germany's economy minister slammed as a pretext to sow uncertainty and drive up prices.
Germany and Finland sign a Statement of Intent regarding the Common Armoured Vehicle System Finnish Government 14 Jun 2022 -- The Ministry of Defence of Finland and the Federal Ministry of Defence of Germany have signed a Statement of Intent regarding Germany joining the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) on 14 June 2022.
Federal Chancellor meets the Financial Action Task Force - Combating money laundering and terrorist financing Germany - Federal Government 14 Jun 2022 -- Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz addressed the plenary of the Financial Action Task Force on Tuesday. The fight against money laundering and terrorist financing "starts at home, at the national level", he said. The plenary is taking place in Berlin until 17 June.
Zelenskiy Wants More Reassurance Of Germany's Support, Says Chancellor Should Visit Kyiv RFE/RL 13 Jun 2022 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to adopt a clearer position on the war between Ukraine and Russia.
Berlin Reportedly Snubs Kiev's Request for Arms as Ukraine Complains About German Payments to Russia Sputnik 13 Jun 2022 -- The German government has committed hundreds of millions of euros' worth of weapons aid to Ukraine, sending thousands of anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles and mines, grenades, machine guns, armoured vests, helmets and night vision systems. But Berlin has stalled on the supply of heavy weapons, evoking bitter complaints from Kiev.
Federal Chancellor visits Western Balkans Strategically vital to Germany Germany - Federal Government 11 Jun 2022 -- Federal Chancellor Scholz travelled to the Western Balkans, Greece and Bulgaria. The talks focused on the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine - and the prospects of EU accession for the countries of the Western Balkans. "Europe and the possibility of being part of the EU has mobilised many forces for good in our societies," said the Federal Chancellor.
Scholz Backs North Macedonia's Call For EU Talks, Urges Bulgaria To Lift Veto RFE/RL 11 Jun 2022 -- During a visit to Skopje, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has backed calls by North Macedonia's leader for the European Union to quickly begin accession talks with the small Western Balkan nation.
Britain Again Condemns Donbas Death Sentences As UN, Germany Say They Violate Geneva Conventions RFE/RL 10 Jun 2022 -- Britain has again condemned the death sentences handed to two Britons by Russia-backed separatists in Ukraine's eastern region of Donetsk, while a United Nations spokesman and the German government have also issued strong reactions to the sentence.
NATO Secretary General and German Chancellor discuss Madrid Summit preparations NATO 09 Jun 2022 -- NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz discussed preparations for the upcoming Madrid Summit by video teleconference on Thursday (9 June 2022).
E3 statement on Iran: 9 June 2022 UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- The governments of France, Germany and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement on the JCPoA.
Iran Complicating French, German, UK Efforts on Restoring Nuclear Deal — Joint Statement Sputnik 09 Jun 2022 -- France, Germany and the United Kingdom — known as Eurotroika — have reaffirmed their readiness to restore the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) but warned Tehran that its recent steps are complicating their efforts.
Non-proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the IAEA, June 2022 UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- UK Ambassador to the IAEA, Corinne Kitsell, gave a statement on behalf of E3 countries about Iran's implementation of its obligations under its NPT Safeguards Agreement.
Statement by the E3 and US to the IAEA Board of Governors introducing resolution on Iran's non-cooperation with the IAEA UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- On 08 June 2022, the E3 and US gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board introducing a resolution on Iran's insufficient cooperation with the IAEA
Deputy Secretary McKeon's Meeting with German State Secretary Brantner US Dept. of State 09 Jun 2022
Russia's War In Ukraine 'Great Tragedy,' Merkel Says In First Interview Since Leaving Office RFE/RL 08 Jun 2022 -- Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said that she tried hard to prevent the situation in Ukraine from developing into a full-blown conflict.
Statement by a Federal Foreign Office spokesperson on reports of the testing of ballistic missiles by North Korea on 5 June 2022 Germany Federal Foreign Office 08 Jun 2022
Federal Chancellor in Lithuania - "Putin must not and cannot be allowed to win this war" Germany - Federal Government 07 Jun 2022 -- During his visit to Lithuania, the Federal Chancellor stressed that Germany and its partners would continue to support Ukraine with arms supplies to ensure the country's defence capabilities in the medium term, too. At the meeting with the heads of state and government of the Baltic States, he praised the joint efforts by the EU to become independent of Russia in terms of energy.
Germany Says Taliban Are Leading Afghanistan 'Into Downfall' VOA 07 Jun 2022 -- Germany urged the global community Tuesday to collectively tell Afghanistan's Islamist Taliban rulers that they "are heading in the wrong direction" and called for strictly linking any economic aid for the war-torn country to the human rights of Afghans.
German Foreign Minister Says World Must Make Taliban See It's Headed In Wrong Direction RFE/RL Gandhara 07 Jun 2022 -- German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says the international community must make the Taliban government in Afghanistan aware that it is going in the wrong direction.
E3 statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, June 2022 UK FCDO 07 Jun 2022 -- Delivered 07 June 2022 on behalf of France, Germany and the United Kingdom to the IAEA Board of Governors addressing Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA.
Germany approves $107bn fund to modernize its armed forces amid Ukraine crisis Press TV 04 Jun 2022 -- The German parliament has approved a €100bn ($107.2bn) military fund to modernize the country's armed forces amid Russia's ongoing military operation in Ukraine.
Bundestag approves special fund 100 billion euros for a powerful Federal Armed Forces Germany - Federal Government 03 Jun 2022 -- Germany needs a well-equipped Federal Armed Forces to be able to meet the challenges of security policy. The Bundestag has approved the special fund. 100 billion euros are now available for comprehensive investments - all the important questions and answers.
"Putin cannot be stopped by words" - Article by Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in BILD newspaper Germany Federal Foreign Office 03 Jun 2022 -- "35 kilometres. That is the distance between Potsdam and Berlin. I know it well, as I travel it every day. During the journey, I work, make phone calls, think about my children. It's a life in freedom."
Croatia's prime minister visits Federal Chancellor Scholz - Ongoing full support for Ukraine Germany - Federal Government 01 Jun 2022 -- When Prime Minister Andrej Plenković of Croatia visited the Chancellery in Berlin on Wednesday, Federal Chancellor Scholz acknowledged the 400,000 people living in Germany who have Croatian roots. In addition he stressed the close links between Croatia and Germany through their memberships of NATO and the European Union, and, just as importantly, between the citizens of the two countries.
Germany Pledges Anti-Aircraft Systems To Ukraine Amid Criticism It's Not Doing Enough RFE/RL 01 Jun 2022 -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has pledged to send Ukraine high-tech anti-aircraft systems as Germany looks to quell criticism from opposition members that it hasn't provided enough military aid in the fight against Russia's unprovoked invasion.
German Military Says It Has No IRIS-T Missiles and Radars Promised by Scholz to Ukraine Sputnik 01 Jun 2022 -- The reserves of German armed forces (Bundeswehr) have no IRIS-T air defence systems and tracking radars which Chancellor Olaf Scholz promised to send to Ukraine, but deliveries may come directly from the military-industrial complex, the German defense ministry said on Wednesday.
Russia to halt gas supplies to companies of Denmark, Germany People's Daily 01 Jun 2022 -- Russian energy giant Gazprom said Tuesday that it would no longer supply gas to Denmark's largest energy company Orsted and will halt deliveries to Germany under the Shell Energy Europe contract.
German Court Hands Five Tajiks Prison Terms On Charge Of Being Members Of Islamic State Cell RFE/RL 01 Jun 2022 -- A court in Germany has sentenced five Tajik men to lengthy prison terms after finding them guilty of being members of the Islamic State (IS) terrorist organization's cell that planned terrorist attacks in Germany and elsewhere.
Iran denounces France, Germany statements on Greek tankers seizure IRNA 01 Jun 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman denounced statements issued by French and German foreign ministries on the seizure of two Greek tankers by Iran in the Persian Gulf.
Iran's advice to Germany, France about Greek tankers ISNA 01 Jun 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh reacted to French and German Foreign Ministry spokesmen's statements about Iran's seizure of two Greek-flagged oil tankers in Persian Gulf waters.
Iran rejects French, German 'interference' in its seizure of Greek oil tankers Press TV 01 Jun 2022 -- Iran has strongly rejected the "one-sided" and "unjustifiable" statements of France and Germany regarding its seizure of two Greek oil tankers, urging the two countries to take a more constructive stance by genuinely supporting freedom of navigation and maritime safety.
Iran urges US, E3 to stop 'playing possum' over JCPOA IRNA 01 Jun 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh urged the United States and the three European states of the 2015 nuclear deal; namely, the UK, France and Germany, to stop feigning ignorance.
Securing national energy supplies Germany - Federal Government 01 Jun 2022 -- The Federal Government is working flat out to make Germany independent of Russian gas imports. Constructing liquefied natural gas terminals is intended help tap into alternative sources of supply for the short term. The Federal Cabinet has adopted a key resolution to this end.

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June 2022 - Germany Special Weapons News