German Coalition Questions US Partnership, Seeks Alternatives

berlin, germany - New German coalition raises concerns over US ties, explores alternatives amidst F-35 crisis talks and NATO doubts. Largest German investments approved.

German Coalition Questions US Partnership

As CDU/CSU and SPD discuss a new government, doubts emerge on US collaboration. Defense Minister leads F-35 crisis talks.

Concerns Over F-35 Purchase

• CDU's defensе specialist questions American fighter jets purchase.
• Dependence on US for repairs, logistics, and electronics raise issues.

NATO and Defense Strategy

• Potential Chancellor Friedrich Merz voices concerns on NATO's future.
• Exploration of alternative defense alliances with Paris and London underway.

Investments and Defense Strategy

• German Defense Ministry emphasizes respect for existing contracts.
• Discussion on F-35 and Eurofighter Typhoon as defense options.
• Approval of historic German investments for defense and infrastructure.