Two-thirds of Germans fear Russian attack on other European countries
Germans express declining confidence in NATO's security guarantees, with 80 percent doubting US protection, a new survey reveals.
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18-year-old Ukrainian footballer dies in Germany, embassy confirms investigation
The death comes just months after two Ukrainian basketball players, aged 17 and 18, were killed in Germany in winter 2024, with authorities at that time suggesting their Ukrainian origin as a possible motive.
Air Defence, drones and radars: Germany announces new arms supplies to Ukraine
German and Estonian foreign ministers underscore continued support for Ukraine's defense efforts.
Germany approves $ 3.2bn of new military aid to Ukraine for 2025
Germany will provide Ukraine with IRIS-T air defense systems as part of a newly approved $3,2 bn military aid package for 2025, German government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit said.
Some 54% of Germans back Ukraine ceding territory to Russia for peace
36% of Germans, mainly Greens, oppose Ukraine ceding territory to Russia for peace. Pro-Russian AfD supporters show highest support (71%) for Ukrainian territorial concessions.
European security advisers travels to Washington amid ceasefire talks
Security advisers from Britain, Germany and France made an urgent trip to Washington as negotiations for a Ukraine ceasefire proceed without European involvement, according to WELT.
German intelligence chief warns Russia plans to test NATO’s Article 5 unity
Germany's Federal Intelligence Service head warns Russia intends to test NATO's collective defense commitment, with threat timeline accelerating if Ukraine war ends before 2029, enabling resource reallocation against Europe.
German optics firm circumvents sanctions to supply Russia through Turkish shell company – investigation
A German optical manufacturer has sold nearly $800,000 worth of military-grade sights to Russia during the Ukraine war, disguising them as non-military equipment.
Germany pledges 100 IRIS-T missiles for Ukrainian air defense
A new delivery of 100 IRIS-T missiles from Germany follows the recent transfer of a sixth air defense system to Ukraine.
Russian woman and German man on trial for murdering Ukrainian refugees to steal their baby
A German couple is on trial for killing two Ukrainian refugees to pass off their baby as their own,with a verdict expected by February.
Unidentified drones spotted over Ramstein air base, German media reports
Multiple unidentified drones have been spotted flying over the Ramstein Air Base and industrial sites in Germany.
Scholz arrives in Kyiv, pledges $ 680 million in military support
In a surprise visit, Scholz reaffirmed Germany's commitment to Ukraine, positioning the country as Europe's "strongest supporter."
Norway and Germany allocate $ 2.1 million to support energy resilience of small businesses in Ukraine
A new grant program offers Ukrainian entrepreneurs over $21,000 for energy equipment investments.
German Bundestag may put issue of Taurus for Ukraine to vote
The Free Democratic Party is exploring a parliamentary vote to potentially override Chancellor Scholz's resistance to providing Taurus missiles to Ukraine, according to an interview with party leader Christian Dürr.
Ukraine’s Dnipro Oblast receives 100 generators from Germany
Educational and medical facilities in Dnipro Oblast will receive German-provided generators amid infrastructure challenges due to Russian persistent shelling and attacks
Britain and Germany to equip helicopters for Ukraine with modern weapons
A new British-German defense initiative aims to provide Ukraine with upgraded Sea King helicopters equipped with modern weapons systems.
German opposition leader defends Taurus delivery proposal for Ukraine
German opposition chief Friedrich Merz aligned with French and British positions on providing long-range weapons to Ukraine.
Kremlin denies receiving Scholz’s request to speak with Putin
The Kremlin has not received any requests for a call between Putin and Scholz, despite reports of the German chancellor considering such a conversation.
Germany FM supports supplying Kyiv with long-range missiles
Despite Chancellor Olaf Scholz's reluctance, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has emphasized the strategic importance of supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles to overcome eastern defensive barriers.
Scholz: Germany orders 17 IRIS-T air defense systems for Ukraine
Germany is set to deliver 24 IRIS-T air defense systems to Ukraine by 2026, according to an announcement by Chancellor Olaf Scholz on 4 Sept.
