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.
Iran strongly criticizes French President Macron for labeling Iran as a major strategic and security issue in the Middle East, stating the accusations are baseless and contradictory.
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.
US President-elect Donald Trump, who promised to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours during his election campaign, has yet to develop a peace plan that will satisfy both Ukraine and Russia as his inauguration approaches.
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.
French Defense Ministry confirms reports of Ukrainian soldiers deserting after receiving training in France, while emphasizing that these soldiers are still under the command of the Ukrainian army.
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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski praised US President Donald Trump and billionaire ally Elon Musk in an interview with American podcast producer Lex Fridman.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticizes Elon Musk for his political interference and advises not to feed the trolls.
North Korea has confirmed the testing of a new hypersonic missile, covering a distance of 1500 kilometers at twelve times the speed of sound.
Pro-Russian nationalists in Austria have been given the green light by the head of state to form a new government after the sudden resignation of the conservative government leader caused a political crisis in the Alpine country.
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.
After weeks on the defensive following a Russian counteroffensive, Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region have launched a counterattack. The situation in Kursk intensifies as both sides escalate their military actions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko apologized to him during the early days of the Ukraine war. Zelensky discussed various topics including the Russia-Ukraine War, peace negotiations, power dynamics in Ukraine, and leader meetings in an interview with American podcast host Lex Fridman.
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.
Russia responds to Ukraine's attacks in Kursk by launching a counterattack. The Defense Ministry announces the halt of Ukraine's advance in Kursk and the capture of the critical town of Kurakhovo in Donbass.
A sixth person has died following the attack on the Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced that they have responded to Ukraine's attacks in Kursk by launching a counterattack. The ministry reported that the Ukrainian advance in Kursk has been halted, and they have captured the critical town of Kurakhovo in Donbass.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported high-decibel explosions near the Zaporijya nuclear power plant, raising concerns amidst escalating conflicts in the region.
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.
Thousands of displaced Ukrainians are voluntarily returning to their homes in Russian-occupied territories due to challenging living conditions caused by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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.
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.
Ukraine has launched an attack in the Kursk region, prompting Russia to send its top general to the area. The conflict escalates as both sides engage in military action.
Germany is under the influence of heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures, leading to the cancellation of 120 flights at Frankfurt Airport. The cancellations were due to the cleaning of runways and low visibility.