Boris Pistorius

Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing destruction and killing at least 164 people.

Lithuania praises the construction of a German brigade ahead of a visit by German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.

NATO Secretary General welcomes additional aid at Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting

Rutte urges NATO countries to take advantage of Ukrainian ‘window of opportunity’

Defense Secretary Hegseth announced a six-month review of U.S. troop deployments in Europe and threatened to withhold NATO dues from underperforming allies, while the U.S. immediately reduced its crisis force contributions, prompting European nations to scramble filling capability gaps.

Western allies pledged four billion dollars in military aid to Ukraine following a Ramstein summit, primarily comprising air defense missiles, drones, and artillery to counter Russia's ongoing large-scale attacks on Ukrainian cities.

NATO allies announced a comprehensive military aid package for Ukraine including air defense systems, missiles, and 150,000 drones, financed partly through seized Russian assets, prompting Moscow to threaten a "devastating response" to any attacks on Russian territory.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a military posture review over coming months, conditioning future American contributions to Europe on increased allied defense spending, prompting European ministers to urge caution amid uncertainty and concern about the announcement's implications.

The UK provided Ukraine with 150,000 drones and over 350 air defence missiles funded by a £752 million package, aimed at protecting civilians from Russian attacks while supporting Ukraine's sovereignty defence.

Poland and Germany signed a new defense cooperation agreement focusing on practical areas like military mobility and cyber defense.

Germany allocates $400 million for Ukraine's air defense and Patriot missiles.

President Trump signed an initial peace agreement with Iran at Versailles, ending their nearly four-month war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, though Tehran vowed to impose transit fees after a 60-day grace period.

Polish and German defence ministers signed an expanded cooperation agreement covering cybersecurity, military mobility, and Baltic Sea security, strengthening the countries' defence partnership amid growing Eastern European security concerns.

Germany and Poland signed a new defence agreement to strengthen European military cooperation amid tensions with Russia.

Germany and Poland signed a defense agreement Wednesday to strengthen military cooperation amid Russian tensions and U.S. uncertainty, with Germany building Europe's strongest conventional army while Poland secures the eastern flank.

Bundesinnenminister Alexander Dobrindt seeks closer cooperation between federal and state governments in civil protection.

Germany and Japan are accelerating military buildups away from post-World War II restraints due to concerns about U.S. reliability and threats from Russia and China, strengthening defense cooperation while facing domestic opposition.

Minister Pistorius warns of social division as a security risk in Germany.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius blamed President Trump for the Hormuz Strait closure, stating Trump triggered the crisis, while Iran suspended transit citing Israeli operations in Lebanon, reversing earlier de-escalation and threatening Europe's energy security and economic recovery.

Germany faces staffing difficulties for its Lithuania brigade, sparking concerns about military readiness.

Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Netherlands announce new military aid, F-16s for Ukraine ahead of NATO defense ministers' meeting

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth threatened to withhold NATO contributions unless European allies increase defense spending and support American military operations, while reviewing troop deployments to ensure Europe assumes greater security responsibility independently.

Germany deployed two warships to the Red Sea following a US-Iran agreement, with shipping and insurance sectors urgently requesting mine-clearance operations in the Strait of Hormuz to restore disrupted global energy trade.

The UK announced a £752 million military package for Ukraine, including 150,000 drones and 350 air defence missiles funded through frozen Russian assets, strengthening Ukraine's defences against Russian attacks.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged NATO allies to increase defense spending contributions, praising progress while noting some members still lag behind, as Europe accelerates military investment ahead of a crucial Trump summit.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius requested more time for NATO restructuring as US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of American troop presence in Europe, pressuring allies to increase defense spending to five percent of GDP by 2035.

Germany and Poland signed a defence agreement Wednesday to strengthen military cooperation and Eastern European security amid Russian tensions and potential US withdrawal, establishing closer NATO coordination on the Baltic region and eastern borders.

Germany and Poland signed a defense pact addressing military cooperation and Baltic security amid Russian tensions and uncertain U.S. commitment, strengthening European defense despite historical grievances and domestic political sensitivities.

Germany and Poland signed a defense agreement establishing military cooperation frameworks including training, exercises, and armed forces interoperability, strengthening NATO's Eastern Flank amid European security concerns from Russia and shifting U.S. defense priorities.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk accuses rivals of serving Russia by fueling hostility toward Germany and Ukraine.

Poland and Germany signed a bilateral security agreement to increase defense cooperation.

Europe's joint jet project collapses, spotlighting the continent's defense dilemma and cooperation challenges.

Germany and France abandoned their joint sixth-generation fighter aircraft program, undermining European defense autonomy efforts and threatening their collaborative tank project amid disputes over technology leadership and differing military requirements.

Germany's defense minister will join the interior minister conference to discuss internal security and civil defense.

Germany secures a 2-1 World Cup win over Ivory Coast with Deniz Undav scoring twice.

Protesters disrupted German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius' speech at the National Veterans Day event in Berlin.

Defense Secretary Hegseth announced a six-month Pentagon review of U.S. troop deployments across Europe, potentially reshaping NATO's defense structure by conditioning American military support on allies' defense spending contributions and capability development.

The German government's open house event will proceed without Economy Minister Katherina Reiche due to scheduling conflicts.

Germany coordinates police, intelligence, and military for war preparation by 2029.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth praises NATO allies' defense spending progress.

German military prepares for possible mine-clearing mission

The United States supports Poland's proposal to establish a permanent American military base, signaling strengthened NATO security commitments in Eastern Europe amid ongoing regional tensions and defense cooperation initiatives.

US Defense Secretary Hegseth criticized NATO allies for insufficient military spending and lack of support for America's Iran war, threatening to reduce US troop presence in Europe, while NATO Secretary General Rutte downplayed tensions, asserting the alliance remains strong.

Poland and Germany signed a bilateral defense agreement Wednesday, their third such pact amid Russian tensions, deepening military cooperation and NATO integration to strengthen Europe's eastern security flank and collective defense capabilities.

Germany and Poland signed a new defense agreement to strengthen European military cooperation amid tensions with Russia.

Germany and Poland sign pact amid shifting European power balance

Germany and Poland signed a bilateral defense agreement establishing joint military exercises, cybersecurity cooperation, and shared Baltic Sea defense responsibilities, addressing security threats from Russia and the Ukraine war while strengthening NATO's Eastern flank.

Poland and Germany signed a new defense pact expanding cyber and Baltic cooperation.

Philippines President Marcos signaled openness to a defense pact with Germany, expanding Manila's security partnerships beyond the US amid Indo-Pacific tensions, reflecting efforts to build broader alliances addressing regional maritime disputes and geopolitical challenges.

Bundeswehr plans to invest 16 billion euros in drone defense by the end of the decade.