May 2025 - Germany Special Weapons News

Russia Warns: German Taurus Missiles to Ukraine Could Drag Europe Into a 'Monstrous' War Sputnik 31 May 2025 -- Europe will be drawn into a thoughtless war if Germany starts to supply Taurus missiles to Ukraine, the chairman of the Russian State Duma Committee on International Affairs, Leonid Slutsky, said.
Andriy Yermak Holds Talks With Advisors to the Leaders of the UK, Germany, France, and Italy President of Ukraine 29 May 2025
Joint Statement of the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT) on the First Report Covering DPRK-Russia Military Cooperation US Dept. of State 29 May 2025 -- The following text was released by the Governments of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America to highlight the publication of the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT)'s first report covering DPRK-Russia military cooperation.
Release of the First Report of the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT) Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 29 May 2025 -- On May 29, the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT) released its first report on the theme of "Unlawful Military Cooperation including Arms Transfers between North Korea and Russia". On this occasion, the Joint Statement by the participating states of the MSMT was also released.
NATO to ask Berlin for additional 40,000 troops in new militarism: Report Press TV 29 May 2025 -- NATO intends to ask Germany for an additional seven brigades—approximately 40,000 troops—to bolster the alliance's military readiness, according to sources.
Zelenskyy Says Global Powers Must Put More Pressure On Russia After Meeting Merz In Berlin RFE/RL 29 May 2025 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for increased international pressure on Russia after a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin and announcing that Ukraine and Germany will jointly produce long-range weapons to boost Ukraine's ability to fight.
"We want the guns to fall silent" Germany - Federal Government 28 May 2025 -- Germany and Ukraine have grown closer in the course of the war, said Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz during a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Berlin. The two heads of state and government agreed to work together more intensively.
Merz, Zelenskyy Accuse Putin Of Stalling On Cease-Fire Efforts RFE/RL 28 May 2025 -- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of stalling diplomatic efforts to achieve a cease-fire at a joint news conference in Berlin on May 28.
Defense Assistance and Support for Ukraine on Its Path to the EU: Volodymyr Zelenskyy Meets with President of the German Bundestag President of Ukraine 28 May 2025
The President of Ukraine and the President of Germany Discuss Regional Cooperation and Support for Ukrainians President of Ukraine 28 May 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz Meet with Representatives of the German Business Community President of Ukraine 28 May 2025
Now We Have Very Important for Us Agreements with Germany on Air Defense - President President of Ukraine 28 May 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz Hold Talks in Berlin President of Ukraine 28 May 2025
Secretary Rubio's Meeting with German Foreign Minister Wadephul US Dept. of State 28 May 2025
Focus on our common goals: Foreign Minister Wadephul travels to the United States Germany Federal Foreign Office 27 May 2025 -- Germany and the United States are linked by a close, long-standing partnership. Foreign Minister Wadephul is now travelling to Washington, DC at the invitation of his American colleague, Marco Rubio.
Foreign Minister Wadephul prior to his departure for the United States of America Germany Federal Foreign Office 27 May 2025
Prime Minister Orpo and Federal Chancellor Merz highlight importance of European security Finnish Government 27 May 2025 -- Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and newly elected Federal Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz focused on European security when they met for discussions on Tuesday 27 May. Federal Chancellor Merz visited sunny Turku at the invitation of Prime Minister Orpo.
EU agrees 11 more PESCO projects, looks to next phase European Defence Agency 27 May 2025 -- European Union Member States have approved 11 new projects under the Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) in the sixth and final wave of the initial phase of the framework. These projects, which involve 19 Member States, aim to strengthen defence cooperation and capability development.
PESCO's new projects: Q&A with Germany, Finland, France and Italy Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) 27 May 2025 -- The European Defence Agency's PESCO Unit talked to the coordinating Member States about the 11 projects to learn more about the benefits of launching projects in a PESCO framework. Germany, France, Finland and Italy also explained the added value of the projects.
Merz Comments Put Spotlight On Taurus Cruise Missiles For Ukraine RFE/RL 28 May 2025 -- Remarks by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on allowing Ukraine to fire Western-supplied missiles at military targets deep inside Russia have rekindled debate about supplying Taurus cruise missiles to Kyiv amid German media reports that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would visit Berlin on May 28.
UK, France, Germany, US Lift Range Restrictions on Military Supplies to Ukraine - Merz Sputnik 26 May 2025 -- The United Kingdom, France, the United States and now Germany have lifted range restrictions on military supplies to Ukraine, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said.
Joint statement from the leaders of France, Poland and Germany on Independence Day of Georgia. Élysée - President of France 26 May 2025 -- On the occasion of the Independence Day of Georgia, with Mr Donald Tusk, Prime minister of the Republic of Poland, and Mr Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, we would like to send a message of friendship and solidarity to the Georgian people, and reiterate our unwavering support for the sovereignty and the territorial integrity of Georgia.
German chancellor slams Gaza school massacre as humanitarian tragedy, political catastrophe Press TV 26 May 2025 -- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has denounced the latest Israeli air strikes on a school building sheltering displaced families in Gaza City, which killed at least 35 Palestinians, labeling the assault as a humanitarian tragedy and a political catastrophe.
Joint engagement for Europe's security and future: Foreign Minister Wadephul travels to Spain and Portugal Germany Federal Foreign Office 26 May 2025 -- Foreign Minister Wadephul's talks in Spain and Portugal will focus on topics including Europe's defence capabilities and support for Ukraine, as well as economic issues such as competitiveness and the climate-friendly restructuring of our economy.
Foreign Minister Wadephul prior to his departure for Spain and Portugal Germany Federal Foreign Office 26 May 2025
Construction of 6 Frigates for German Navy Postponed Until at Least 2030 - Reports Sputnik 25 May 2025 -- The completion of construction of six F126-class frigates for the German Navy has been postponed until at least 2030, German newspaper Kieler Nachrichten (KN) reported, citing sources.
Germany Discusses Nuclear Issues With Partners But Relies on US Shield - Defense Minister Sputnik 24 May 2025 -- Germany is engaged in a confidential nuclear dialogue with partners but recognizes the irreplaceability of the United States' nuclear shield for Europe in the foreseeable future, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said on Saturday.
Lithuania and Germany solemnly inaugurate the German Brigade Litauen in a historical step to Lithuania's and NATO security Lithuania MND 23 May 2025 -- A solemn inauguration ceremony of the 45 German Brigade Litauen was held in the Cathedral Square of Vilnius marking the official activation of the unit in Lithuania.
Xi says China ready to work with Germany to open new chapter in all-round strategic partnership PRC MND 23 May 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is ready to work with Germany to open a new chapter in their all-round strategic partnership, to steer China-EU relations toward new progress and to make new contributions to the stable growth of the world economy.
Federal Armed Forces to continue their deployment in Lebanon Germany - Federal Government 21 May 2025 -- The Federal Armed Forces will continue to participate in the peace-keeping mission United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The Federal Cabinet has decided to extend the mandate until the end of June 2026. The German Bundestag still needs to approve the resolution.
Federal Armed Forces to continue their participation in the Kosovo peace mission Germany - Federal Government 21 May 2025 -- Germany will continue to contribute military personnel to the international Kosovo Force (KFOR) security presence in Kosovo. The Federal Cabinet has decided to extend the mandate. The Bundestag still has to ratify the resolution.
Lithuania Brigade: Ready to protect the Baltic region Germany - Federal Ministry of Defence 23 May 2025 -- The next milestone toward a permanent deployment of approx. 5,000 Bundeswehr personnel in the Baltic region has been reached. On 1 April, 45 Armoured Brigade had been activated to form the nucleus of the Brigade - now the official activation ceremony followed in Vilnius. Federal Chancellor Merz also attended the ceremony in Lithuania.
Speech by Federal Chancellor Merz at the roll call for the Lithuania Brigade in Vilnius on 22 May 2025 Germany - Federal Government 22 May 2025
Speech by Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in the German Bundestag on extending the UNIFIL mandate Germany Federal Foreign Office 22 May 2025
Sergii Marchenko discusses future support for Ukraine with finance ministers of Canada and Germany on the sidelines of the G7 meeting in Canada Ukraine Government 22 May 2025 -- Ukraine's Minister of Finance Sergii Marchenko met with Canada's Minister of Finance François-Philippe Champagne and Germany's Vice Chancellor and Minister of Finance Lars Klingbeil during a working visit to Canada.
The President: Deployment of a German brigade significantly strengthens Lithuania's security President of the Republic of Lithuania 22 May 2025 -- On Thursday, President Gitanas Nausėda, together with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, took part in the inauguration ceremony of the German 45th Armored Brigade in Vilnius Cathedral Square.
Address by the President of the Republic of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, at the inauguration ceremony of the German 45th Armored Brigade President of the Republic of Lithuania 22 May 2025
The President and the German Federal Chancellor discussed regional security and defense President of the Republic of Lithuania 22 May 2025 -- On Thursday, President Gitanas Nausėda met at the Presidential Palace with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who is on an official visit to Lithuania. This is the Chancellor's first visit to Lithuania and the Baltic States since he took office two weeks ago.
The Federal Foreign Office on the shots fired at diplomats in Jenin Germany Federal Foreign Office 21 May 2025
New sanctions package against Russia Germany - Federal Government 20 May 2025 -- The EU Member States have agreed on a 17th package of sanctions against Russia. Through this, the European Union is sending a further signal of its determination to Russia.
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and Development Minister Reem Alabali-Radovan on the lifting of all economic sanctions against Syria Germany Federal Foreign Office 20 May 2025 -- At today's Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels, the EU member states agreed to lift all economic sanctions against Syria.
Remarks of Foreign Minister Wadephul at the 3rd European Union - African Union Ministerial Meeting in Brussels Germany Federal Foreign Office 21 May 2025
For a strong Europe in the world - the EU Foreign Affairs Council focuses on Ukraine, the Middle East and Africa Germany Federal Foreign Office 20 May 2025 -- The Foreign Ministers of the EU will be convening today and tomorrow in Brussels to discuss key foreign policy challenges: the ongoing Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, the tense situation in the Middle East and how the partnership with Africa can be further developed.
Germany, Italy working on PH submarine offer - envoy Philippine News Agency 20 May 2025 -- Germany on Tuesday touted its leadership in the defense technology industry in its pitch to sell the cutting-edge U212 NFS submarines to the Philippine Navy.
Japan-Germany Summit Telephone Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 20 May 2025 -- On May 20, commencing at 16:10 p.m. for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. ISHIBA Shigeru, Prime Minister of Japan, held a summit telephone meeting with H.E. Mr. Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.
Germany, PH bat for intel sharing arrangement Philippine News Agency 20 May 2025 -- Germany and the Philippines on Tuesday highlighted the need for a mechanism that would facilitate exchange of classified information between their two militaries.
Allied air forces demonstrate multi-domain integration during Exercise Hedgehog 2025 NATO Allied Air Command 19 May 2025 -- From May 5 to 23, 2025, Allied forces demonstrate interoperability and integration during Exercise Hedgehog 25. Allied nations Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Latvia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States, join Estonia participating in Estonia's largest annual military exercise focused on defensive multi-domain operations. Over 16,000 personnel from the land, sea, and air domains are deployed in supporting of exercise Hedgehog 25.
Wang Yi Has a Phone Call with German Foreign Minister Johann David Wadephul PRC MofA 19 May 2025 -- On May 19, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a phone call with the new German Foreign Minister Johann David Wadephul at the latter's request.
Joint donor statement on humanitarian aid to Gaza Canada 19 May 2025 -- The foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, as well as the the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, the EU Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management and the EU Commissioner for the Mediterranean, today issued the following statement:
PM call with leaders of US, France, Germany and Italy: 18 May 2025 Gov.UK 19 May 2025
Foreign Minister Wadephul in an interview for the Schleswig-Holsteinischer Zeitungsverlag Germany Federal Foreign Office 19 May 2025
Araqchi: Iran seeking a stronger role for Europe in negotiations IRNA 18 May 2025 -- On the sidelines of the Tehran Dialogue Forum, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in response to a question by an IRNA correspondent about Iran's Friday meeting with the European Troika in Istanbul said, "We continue our talks with Europe and we think the more understanding there is of the situation between us and Europe, the better, and we demand that Europe play its role, even though they themselves have downplayed their role."
Prime Minister Carney meets with Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz Prime Minister of Canada 18 May 2025
The Federal Foreign Office on recent developments in Gaza Germany Federal Foreign Office 17 May 2025
Joint statement by the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, the United Kingdom, the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission after a meeting with President Maia Sandu of Moldova (16 May 2025) EC/CEU 16 May 2025
Joint Statement of the Council of the Baltic Sea States Foreign Ministers Estonia MFA 16 May 2025 -- On 16 May 2025, the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, and Sweden, the member states of the Council of the Baltic Sea States, met in Vihula, Estonia, and agreed on the following:
NSA: Defense pact with Germany a milestone in PH's security efforts Philippine News Agency 16 May 2025 -- National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año on Friday hailed the signing of the Arrangement Concerning Defense Cooperation between the Philippines and Germany, touting it as a "significant milestone" in the country's ongoing efforts to strengthen its national defense and security posture.
Ukrainian Delegation Coordinated Positions in Istanbul with Representatives of the U.S., U.K., Germany, and France President of Ukraine 16 May 2025
Leaders of Ukraine, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Poland Hold a Phone Call with U.S. President Donald Trump President of Ukraine 16 May 2025
Iran Meets European Powers As Trump Presses Tehran On Nuclear Proposal RFE/RL 16 May 2025 -- Iran and European powers held talks in Istanbul about Tehran's nuclear negotiations with Washington as US President Donald Trump warned "something bad" will happen if the Islamic republic does not quickly decide on a US proposal for a deal.
Gharibabadi says Iran and E3 are determined to sustain and make best use of diplomacy IRNA 16 May 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi has referred to his meeting with political directors of the three European countries namely France, Britain, and Germany in Istanbul, saying the parties are determined to sustain and make best use of diplomacy.
Iran, E3 resolved to sustain, optimally use diplomacy: Deputy foreign minister Press TV 16 May 2025 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says Iran and the European trio of Britain, France, and Germany (E3) are resolute on making optimal use of diplomacy over Tehran's nuclear program.
Secretary Rubio's Meeting with Transatlantic Quint Foreign Ministers US Dept. of State 15 May 2025
German Brigade gets inaugurated in the Cathedral Square May 22 Lithuania MND 15 May 2025 -- On May 22 at 2.00 p.m. the 45th Brigade Litauen of Germany will be inaugurated at a ceremony in the Cathedral Square of Vilnius, with a concert of Lithuanian and German Armed Forces Bands to follow later in the Day at 4.30 p.m.
Andrii Sybiha held a meeting with the Foreign Ministers of Germany, Poland and France Ukraine Government 15 May 2025 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha: "Started the day by meeting our close friends in the Weimar+ format: Jean-Noël Barrot, Johann Wadephul and Radosław Sikorski.
Ministers of Energy of Ukraine and France discuss further cooperation in Warsaw Ukraine Government 15 May 2025 -- During a meeting of EU energy ministers in Warsaw, Ukraine's Minister of Energy, German Galushchenko, held bilateral talks with France's Minister of Industry and Energy, Marc Ferracci.
UN needed 'more than ever before' says Germany's candidate to head General Assembly UN News 15 May 2025 -- The former Foreign Minister of Germany outlined her vision for the role of UN General Assembly President, pledging to make the world body more effective, inclusive and focused on results.
Joint statement on UK-Germany Trinity House Agreement progress - 15 May 2025 UK MOD 15 May 2025 -- A joint statement between the UK and Germany, providing progress on the Trinity House Agreement, following a meeting of Defence Secretary John Healey and Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius in Berlin
Secretary Rubio's Meeting with German Foreign Minister Wadephul US Dept. of State 15 May 2025
Chinese defense minister holds talks with German counterpart PRC MND 15 May 2025 -- The Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun, who is currently on a visit to Germany at invitation, held talks with his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, on May 15.
"Responsibility for Germany" Germany - Federal Government 14 May 2025 -- Strengthening Europe, expanding Germany's defence capabilities, boosting economic growth and ensuring an orderly migration policy were the focal points of Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz's first government statement in the German Bundestag.
"We believe in the United Nations" Germany - Federal Government 14 May 2025 -- The United Nations is of great importance to Germany. Chancellor Merz emphasised this position during the visit by UN Secretary-General Guterres. The conversation also focused on efforts to achieve peace in Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East.
Peacekeeping Ministerial: New Commitments to Strengthen Peacekeeping Operations Germany - Federal Ministry of Defence 14 May 2025 -- The United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial 2025 Berlin concluded today. More than 130 Member States and international partners - over a thousand participants in total - came together to reaffirm their support for UNUnited Nations peacekeeping and to announce concrete pledges aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and adaptability of peace operations in the face of evolving global challenges.
"The ball is in Russia's court" Germany - Federal Government 13 May 2025 -- Press conference with Federal Chancellor Merz and the Greek Prime Minister
Opening Speech by Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin Germany Federal Foreign Office 13 May 2025
Joint Press Statement regarding the Peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin Germany Federal Foreign Office 12 May 2025 -- Joint Press Statement regarding the Peacekeeping Ministerial by the Federal Foreign Office and the Federal Ministry of Defence
German FM calls for Gaza ceasefire, saying Israelis cannot resolve war by 'military means' Press TV 12 May 2025 -- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has called on the Israelis to reinstate the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, warning the regime that the Palestinian issue cannot be resolved by "military means."
Strengthening European defence, supporting Ukraine: Foreign Minister Wadephul at the Weimar Plus meeting in London Germany Federal Foreign Office 12 May 2025 -- Foreign Minister Wadephul attends a meeting with European counterparts in London today, in the Weimar Plus format, at which they will discuss strengthening European defence and maintaining support for Ukraine. Read on to find out more.
Weimar+ Joint Statement on Ukraine and Euro-Atlantic security UK FCDO 12 May 2025 -- Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom plus the EU High Representative, following their meeting in London
Secretary Rubio's Call with German Chancellor Merz US Dept. of State 11 May 2025
PM Netanyahu to German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul: "We'll make our partnership even stronger." Israel - Prime Minister 11 May 2025
Iran warns European troika against misusing JCPOA 'snapback' mechanism IRNA 11 May 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has criticized Britain, France, and Germany—collectively known as the European troika or E3—for their recent threat to trigger the so-called "snapback" mechanism stipulated in the 2015 nuclear deal.
How Europe can find its way back into the room IRNA By Abbas Araqchi 11 May 2025 -- "A century after Britain and France drew the modern borders of West Asia, Europe finds itself increasingly absent from the region's diplomatic future."
Iran warns Europeans against 'strategy of confrontation' over its nuclear program Press TV 11 May 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned European countries against a "strategy of confrontation" over Tehran's peaceful nuclear energy program, stressing that the move could risk provoking a nuclear proliferation crisis.
European Leaders, Ukraine Press Russia For A 30-Day Cease-Fire, Starting May 12 RFE/RL 11 May 2025 -- The leaders of Germany, France, Poland, and Britain joined President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in pressing for an unconditional 30-day cease-fire in Russia's war against Ukraine, warning Moscow it would face "massive" new sanctions if President Vladimir Putin balks at the proposed truce.
Joint Statement by the Leaders of France, Germany, Poland, the United Kingdom, and Ukraine Following the Meeting in Kyiv President of Ukraine 10 May 2025
Steps Toward a Ceasefire and Pressure on Russia: a Five-Party Meeting of the Leaders of Ukraine, France, the United Kingdom, Germany and Poland Took Place President of Ukraine 10 May 2025
European leaders set to travel to Kyiv as the US, France, Germany, Poland and the UK call for 30-day ceasefire Gov.UK 09 May 2025 -- The leaders of France, Germany, Poland and the UK will be in Kyiv tomorrow as calls intensify for Russia to agree a ceasefire and come to the negotiating table.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on India and Pakistan US Dept. of State 09 May 2025 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
NATO Secretary General welcomes Germany's new Chancellor to NATO headquarters NATO 09 May 2025 -- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte welcomed Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz to NATO headquarters on Friday (9 May 2025) for bilateral talks, and to discuss preparation of the NATO Summit in The Hague.
German Chancellor Merz Rejects EU Borrowing Plan to Increase Defense Spending Sputnik 09 May 2025 -- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Friday opposed the idea of raising a common European loan to increase defense spending, saying that this financial instrument should only be used to refinance national budgets.
Secretary Rubio's Call with German Foreign Minister Wadephul US Dept. of State 09 May 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Holds a Phone Conversation with Friedrich Merz President of Ukraine 08 May 2025
With A Whirlwind Tour And A Bulging In-Tray, Germany's New Chancellor Steps Out RFE/RL 09 May 2025 -- Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, visits Brussels on May 9 for meetings at the European Union and NATO following a whirlwind first few days in office amid a bulging international in-tray.
Taking Europe to heart: On his first full day in office, Foreign Minister Wadephul visits Paris and Warsaw Germany Federal Foreign Office 07 May 2025 -- The day after having assumed office, Foreign Minister Wadephul pays a visit to Germany's most important partners in Europe, France and Poland. Afterwards, he takes part in the informal meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Warsaw. The focus is on a strong Europe - today and tomorrow.
Joint press statement by the German and French Foreign Ministers on the occasion of Foreign Minister Wadephul's introductory visit to Paris Germany Federal Foreign Office 07 May 2025
A Franco-German "reset" for Europe. Élysée - President of France 07 May 2025
Xi congratulates Merz on election as German chancellor People's Daily 07 May 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sent a congratulatory message to Friedrich Merz on his election as chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.
The arms and military equipment Germany is sending to Ukraine Germany - Federal Government 06 May 2025 -- Germany provides support for Ukraine by supplying equipment and weapons, these come from supplies of the Federal Arms Forces and from deliveries from industry financed from the Federal Government's funds for security capacity building. An overview.
Germany stands by Israel - and is seeking to bring about a de-escalation Germany - Federal Government 06 May 2025 -- The Federal Government views the renewed escalation in the Gaza Strip with great concern. A ceasefire must be swiftly reinstated and strictly enforced. Hamas is urged to release all hostages. The goal must be to end the war.
Germany's Merz elected chancellor after setback People's Daily 07 May 2025 -- The man who won Germany's federal election in February and who spent the following weeks building a potential ruling coalition was finally elected chancellor on Tuesday, after a last-minute hitch threatened to derail his plans.
Change of government Election of the Federal Chancellor and formation of government Germany - Federal Government 06 May 2025 -- The Bundestag is electing a new Federal Chancellor on 6 May. The proposed candidate is Friedrich Merz. Following the election, the Federal Ministers will be appointed and sworn in. Here's an overview of the proceedings.
Friedrich Merz elected German chancellor after second vote Press TV 06 May 2025 -- Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz has officially been elected Chancellor in a second round of parliamentary voting, overcoming an unexpected setback that had initially prevented him from securing a majority.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Holds a Phone Conversation with Olaf Scholz President of Ukraine 05 May 2025
Araghchi: Iran ready for 'constructive, unbiased' talks with EU troika Press TV 05 May 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is ready to hold "constructive and unbiased" talks with the European troika - France, Germany and Britain - on its nuclear program.
Germany's CDU/CSU and SPD Sign Coalition Agreement to Form New Cabinet of Ministers Sputnik 05 May 2025 -- Germany's Christian Democratic Union and Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) bloc and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) have signed a coalition agreement to form a new cabinet of ministers, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday.
Joint statement European External Action Service (EEAS) 02 May 2025 -- The Embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, as well as the Delegation of the European Union strongly concur with the assessment by the Chairman of the Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission that the political and security situation in South Sudan has markedly worsened in ways not seen since 2018.
The Federal Foreign Office on clashes in southern Syria Germany Federal Foreign Office 02 May 2025 -- A Federal Foreign Office Spokesperson issued the following statement today (2 May 2025):
German Counterintelligence Recognizes AfD as Extremist - Statement Sputnik 02 May 2025 -- The German Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, the country's counterintelligence service, on Friday granted the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party with the status of an extremist movement.

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