Germany Reacts to Trump's Call for 5% Defense Spending Increase
germany January 8, 2025 13:21Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP sparks debate in Germany.
Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP sparks debate in Germany.
In a revealing podcast interview, Assad's right-hand man, Kamel Saqr, discloses the chaotic final moments of the Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad.
Israel's unease over Turkey becoming a regional power with advanced drones has been highlighted in the Israeli media.
US President Donald Trump made remarks regarding Turkey's importance and expressed respect for President Erdogan, as well as calling for Canada to become the 51st state of the US.
Iranian military conducts air defense exercise near Natanz nuclear facility amidst threats of attack from Israel.
An Israeli committee established on the instruction of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggests that Tel Aviv should be prepared for a possible conflict with Turkey.
As the 3rd anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war approaches, Ukraine is faced with a bleak outlook due to the escalating conflict and dwindling resources.
Former Pentagon official Stephen Bryen discloses Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's plan regarding Russia ahead of a meeting in Germany.
The relative peace in the Middle East is on thin ice as tensions rise between Israel and Iran. Read more about the potential upcoming events in 2025.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere expressed concern over Elon Musk's direct involvement in the political affairs of other countries, stating that it is worrying for a person with such wide social media reach and massive economic resources to interfere in internal matters of other nations.
European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, have raised alarms over the direct involvement of Elon Musk in elections and internal affairs of different countries.
Israeli sources claim that Israel is ready to strike Iran's nuclear facilities with no objection from elected president Trump. Palestinian Red Crescent reported civilian casualties in Israeli attacks.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticizes Elon Musk for his political interference and advises not to feed the trolls.
Syrian military operations commander Ahmed al-Dalati stated that any proposal related to federalism or decentralization is a red line for Syria's unity and stability.
Efforts for a ceasefire and hostage exchange agreement in Gaza between Israel and Hamas are reportedly making progress.
Houthis, with Iranian support, claim to have targeted the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea. The group's military spokesman also mentioned attacks on Israeli territories.
US President Joe Biden made a blunder by confusing the date of his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden claimed he has known Putin for 47 years, which is not accurate.
Israel is relentless in its pursuit of the individuals responsible for the October 7th massacre, targeting them one by one.
The release of a list containing names of Israeli hostages in Gaza has sparked uproar in Israel amid ongoing discussions for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his Jordanian counterpart Eymen es-Safedi to discuss the situation in Syria and emphasized the importance of forming an inclusive government.
The number of people killed in the attack on a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany on December 20 has risen to 6, as reported. The investigation into the attack carried out by Saudi Arabian-born doctor Taleb al-Abdulmohsen is ongoing.
A sixth person has died following the attack on the Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.
The influencer, Attalah Younes, caused outrage in Germany by sharing a video of himself shooting a firework into a child's bedroom.
Hamas is accused of approving a list of 34 hostages demanded by Israel as negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip continue. Meanwhile, tensions between Israel and Lebanon remain high following multiple alleged violations of a ceasefire agreement.
Hamas is claimed to have approved the list of 34 Israeli hostages demanded by Israel in the context of a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, as negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue.
As the Israeli army continues its massacre in Gaza, the Tel Aviv government is contemplating completely cutting off humanitarian aid to the region, where 90% of the population is struggling to survive in hunger.
As the world eagerly anticipates the start of Donald Trump's second term on January 20th, his return is expected to reshape relations in the Middle East, particularly in the context of Iran.
Hope for a breakthrough: Israel and Hamas nearing agreement on releasing hostages. Latest updates on the ongoing negotiations between the two parties.
Germany is considering sending back Syrian refugees who do not have a job and do not speak German, according to German Ministers Nancy Faeser and Annalena Baerbock.
A mass grave containing remains believed to belong to civilians killed by the toppled Bashar Assad regime has been discovered in the village of Nakkarin in Aleppo province, Syria.