Boris Pistorius

Germany's conservatives face challenges ahead of state elections.

Russia is using drones to probe NATO air defenses in Europe, seeking weaknesses to exploit.

Greens demand an emergency meeting of the National Security Council after a drone with explosives was found at Leipzig/Halle airport.

German defense contractor Rheinmetall boosted second-quarter revenue 69 percent to 3.3 billion euros and operating profit 20 percent above analyst expectations, while order backlog surged past 80 billion euros, driven by major Bundeswehr munitions and Romanian defense contracts.

Trump's military completed thirteen consecutive nights of strikes against Iranian military facilities while vowing to seize frozen Iranian assets for Gulf shipping damage, as Tehran condemned the precedent and Germany withdrew naval vessels following diplomatic progress.

Nibelungen Festspiele began in Worms with "Die Hunnenkönigin" premiere.

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius denies wrongdoing in the F126 frigate project termination.

The German military faces personnel shortages as it expands and takes on new tasks.

Iran attacked at least three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz in July 2026, prompting US retaliation and collapse of the temporary US-Iran ceasefire, escalating regional tensions over control of critical global oil and gas shipping routes.

Iran attacked commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, prompting the US to revoke a sanctions waiver and strike over 80 Iranian targets, escalating tensions and effectively ending the fragile ceasefire agreement between the nations.

Canada awards Germany major submarine contract

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius warned that Russia could rebuild military capability to threaten NATO by 2029, urging European members to strengthen defenses now while maintaining Ukraine support and rejecting Taurus missile transfers.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte showcased $1.2 trillion in increased European defense spending to reassure Trump of alliance commitment ahead of July's Ankara summit, where leaders navigate uncertainty over American dedication to European security amid Russia's threat.

Poland's government faces criticism for allegedly supplying Patriot missiles to Ukraine.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is promoting a $1.2 trillion European defense spending increase to keep President Trump committed to the alliance ahead of the July 7 Ankara summit amid Middle East tensions and Ukrainian conflict uncertainties.

Germany seeks to produce American systems, including Tomahawk missiles, on its territory.

US and Iran conclude indirect talks in Doha, focusing on Strait of Hormuz issues.

Germany's Bundeswehr troop numbers have reached a 13-year high of 186,700 soldiers as of July 31.

Top economist Moritz Schularick criticizes Defense Minister Boris Pistorius for investing in outdated military technologies.

Germany signs a government-to-government deal with Montenegro to sell Airbus helicopters.

Actor Dieter Hallervorden speaks out against the AfD party, warning of censorship and restricted creativity if they win the election.

Boris Pistorius sees Germany as a leader in European drone technology development.

Germany and India negotiated an 8 billion euro submarine contract for six vessels to be built in Mumbai, pending technical review by September, marking a critical test of Germany's Indo-Pacific strategy amid India's undersea capability gap.

The Bundeswehr reports a 24% increase in applications and a 13% rise in new recruits in June.

NATO Summit in Ankara: $300 million for Patriot missiles for Ukraine and expanded defense cooperation with partners

Germany will build Ukraine's BARS strike drones on its own soil, financing initial production.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte endorsed U.S. attacks on Iran as absolutely necessary during the Ankara summit, stating Iran violated the ceasefire, while the U.S. struck over 80 Iranian targets and allies debated increased defense spending commitments.

Canada selects Germany's TKMS to build up to 12 submarines in its largest defense purchase.

Germany's health insurance costs are rising, prompting a new savings package.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius opposes sharing intel with far-right AfD ministers due to their ties with Moscow.

US and NATO officials discussed funneling American weapons, including Patriot air defense systems, to Ukraine through NATO purchase agreements, following Trump's endorsement of the arms sale approach to address Ukraine's urgent defensive needs against Russian attacks.

NATO chief, Kyiv allies vow not to lose sight of Ukraine

With NATO chief Rutte present: Merz government adopts war laws

NATO leaders convene in Ankara to address Europe's defense amid uncertain US support.

Sven Schulze and Didi Hallervorden tour together, sparking controversy with anti-war song.

Economist Moritz Schularick criticizes Defense Minister Boris Pistorius for investing in outdated technologies.

Germany's voluntary military service has failed to attract new recruits, with only 530 signing up so far.

Germany withdrew two naval vessels from the Red Sea following improved US-Iran diplomatic relations, concluding mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz were no longer immediately necessary, while maintaining other regional naval commitments.

Bundeswehr's Heimatschutzdivision will expand to over 10,000 soldiers by 2035.

Chancellor Merz did not answer any citizen questions, ranking last in transparency.

Bundeswehr plans to expand military presence in space with new satellite constellations.

Germany's parliament approved automatic child benefit payments for new parents starting January 2027, while the country secured a Tomahawk missile deal with the US to strengthen NATO deterrence. Meanwhile, book purchases by young Germans dropped 30.6 percent year-over-year, raising concerns about declining reading skills.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha met German, French, and Montenegrin counterparts at NATO's Ankara summit to coordinate air defense strengthening, defense industrial cooperation, peace initiatives, and EU integration support for Ukraine.

Canada agreed to purchase up to twelve submarines from German shipbuilder TKMS in a multi-billion dollar deal, strengthening NATO collaboration and enhancing Arctic security capabilities alongside Germany and Norway.

Canada awarded German manufacturer TKMS a contract to build up to twelve submarines worth approximately twenty billion euros, beating South Korean competitor Hanwha Ocean, marking TKMS's largest submarine order and strengthening transatlantic defense cooperation amid strained Canadian-US relations.

Carney poised to choose Canada’s next submarine fleet

Germany may withhold classified info from states if the far-right Alternative for Germany party wins.

Minister Boris Pistorius considers excluding AfD ministers from classified Bundeswehr information due to security concerns.

Pistorius Says Ukraine War Nears Turning Point as NATO Prepares €40B Support Package

Germany's coalition agrees on a reform package to boost the economy and social security system.