Europe must strengthen its common defense policy again in light of the new US administration. Spain, however, makes the smallest contribution to NATO in terms of GDP and can hardly increase its defense spending. Especially not to the higher target demanded by NATO Secretary General Rutte.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
The head of the foreign intelligence service and a financial specialist are to be part of the core of Moscow's negotiating team on the future of Ukraine. Foreign Minister Lavrov and Putin adviser Ushakov – an old hand on the diplomatic world stage – are traveling to Riyadh.
By Viktor Funk
JD Vance's speech at the Munich Security Conference is further proof that the new Trump administration does not think much of Western European democracies. In terms of security policy, the E5 are trying to promote European autonomy.
By Gabriel Bub
US President Trump has shocked the Europeans with his announcement to deploy 20,000 soldiers. At the Munich Security Conference, the focus will be on how they can be replaced – and where exactly.
By Nana Brink
After the initial shock of Donald Trump's unilateral move for a quick peace deal, the Europeans are demanding a seat at the negotiating table and are warning against reaching an agreement over the heads of the Ukrainians.
By Stephan Israel
In Kosovo, Albin Kurti can hope for a second term in office in Sunday's elections, while in Belgrade, President Aleksandar Vučić is under pressure from the student protests. What does this mean for the dialog between Belgrade and Pristina, which EU High Representative Kaja Kallas wants to restart?
By Stephan Israel
In a report, the Joint Research Center certifies that the EU has made progress on many environmental and climate action goals. In some areas, however, the Union is making slow progress or is not collecting any meaningful data.
By Manuel Berkel
Because Germany is likely to miss its emissions targets anyway, there is growing support among municipal energy suppliers for not being climate-neutral until 2050 – or even later. But only very few are willing to say this publicly.
By Anna Gauto
The steel industry in Germany is in a serious crisis. Some fear for its continued existence. At the same time, decisions on expensive future investments are pending.
By Alex Veit
Why the US' influence on Russia in Ukraine is limited: SWP experts assume that there will be no quick “deal.”
By Nana Brink
