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
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
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
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
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
China's foreign policy has recently been rocked by two scandals involving its top diplomats. Now Liu Haixing is replacing the dismissed Liu Jianchao at the head of the CP's International Department – and has a chance of becoming foreign minister.
By Andreas Landwehr
The President of the EU Parliament wants to strengthen the rights of MEPs who are expectant parents. However, several agreements are still needed before proxy voting for MEPs can happen.
By Marion Bergermann
While the US is making it more difficult for skilled workers to enter the country, the K visa for international tech talent is taking effect in China. The visa offers significantly simplified access to the labor market. However, China is still a long way from being a country of immigration.
By Leonardo Pape
The steel industry is holding emergency meetings with political representatives in Berlin and Brussels today. TKSE Works Council member Tekin Nasikkol hopes that politicians will introduce protective measures quickly.
By Alex Veit
