Arrests and harsh sentences against high-ranking military officers do not solve the Russian army’s major problems. In one and a half years as Defense Minister Andrei Belousov has only managed to modernize selectively.
By Julian Hans
Election winner Andrej Babiš would be a more difficult partner in the EU as head of government. Among other things, he wants to restrict aid to Ukraine. From now on, the motto in Prague is: “Czech Republic first!”
By Hans-Jörg Schmidt
North Korea is supporting Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine with troops, weapons and ammunition. Ruler Kim Jong Un and the regime’s elite benefit from this not only financially.
By Andreas Landwehr
Turkey and Australia continue to compete for COP31, with Australia appearing to be the favorite. But a withdrawal is hardly an option for Turkey. If the two countries fail to reach an agreement, it could be Germany's turn again.
By Selin Ugurtas and Nico Beckert
US President Donald Trump's administration is dismantling the country's climate policy and focusing on increasing gas exports. The justifications for this policy, which Energy Secretary Chris Wright defends, are often based on dubious facts.
By Bernhard Pötter
The structure of Germany's 5,600 water suppliers is not prepared for climate change, says an expert commission. The sector is too fragmented and too fixated on technology, and prices are distorted. The industry disagrees.
By Kai Schöneberg
If the Bundeswehr wants to recruit enough volunteers for the new military service, it still has a lot of convincing to do. A very large majority of 14 to 29-year-olds reject the service. This is the result of an exclusive survey.
By Viktor Funk
US President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are hinting at a realignment of the US military. What consequences this will have for Europe remains to be seen – especially as different tones can be heard from the ranks of the US military.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
The idea of a drone wall receives broad support at the EU summit in Copenhagen. The Commission is now to finalize the roadmap for Europe’s defense capabilities by the end of October. However, the member states are claiming control over the joint armaments projects.
By Stephan Israel and Stefan Braun
After no agreement was reached at the last meeting of EU Parliament negotiators, the wrangling over the first omnibus on EU supply chain legislation and sustainability reporting continues. Someone has to move, but it remains to be seen who.
By Lukas Knigge
