Iran: Why concerns about US military strikes are growing
The regime in Tehran is reacting with counter-threats to Donald Trump’s warnings of US intervention.
By Markus Bickel
The regime in Tehran is reacting with counter-threats to Donald Trump’s warnings of US intervention.
By Markus Bickel
Sweden’s accession to NATO is also benefiting the Swedish arms industry: The defense all-rounder Saab is advancing into European markets, with Germany a particular focus. At the same time, the company must find ways to work through its full order books.
By Gabriel Bub
Following the power outage in South Berlin, Kritis operators and associations are calling for better communication with the authorities and less openness regarding security-related data.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
At the Ukraine summit in Paris, Friedrich Merz announces that the Bundeswehr could help secure a possible ceasefire, at least on NATO territory. The plans are not yet concrete, but possible scenarios are circulating in Bundeswehr circles.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin and Lisa-Martina Klein
US President Trump is making a grab for the island in the far north to strengthen his own position vis-à-vis Europe, China and Russia. Table.briefings explains the context.
By Till Hoppe, Lisa-Martina Klein and Fabian Peltsch
The heads of state and government were surprised by the harshness of the US statements – and are now relying on more moderate forces in Congress. The future of NATO is also at stake.
By Lisa-Martina Klein, Michael Bröcker and Till Hoppe
The German government was not informed about the military operation in Venezuela. Ministerial communication is scarce in other respects also. Only the Global Force Posture Review will show whether this also has a military impact on the US troop presence in Europe.
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These are the biggest protests in Iran for years – and the regime is crushing them with all its might. However, in contrast to 2022, discontent over the desolate economic situation is playing a major role, which makes merchants particularly important.
By Center for Middle East and Global Order (CMEG)
The European defense industry’s need for arms will continue even after a possible end to the war in Ukraine. This is what Camille Grand, Secretary General of the European Aerospace, Security and Defense Industries Association (ASD), said in an interview.
By Stephan Israel
Washington’s military strike marks the initial culmination of an escalating conflict with Venezuela. What is unclear is how U.S. President Donald Trump intends to run the country politically in future — but not his interest in its huge oil reserves.
By Ferdinand Muggenthaler