The second round of negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program has just concluded in Geneva. Now the leadership in Tehran is deploying naval forces to the Gulf of Oman for joint maneuvers with Russian units.
By Markus Bickel
Ukraine and Russia described the latest peace talks in Geneva as difficult. Further meetings have been announced – not least because both sides are keen to project a constructive stance toward US President Donald Trump.
By Viktor Funk
The European Union is preparing a comprehensive package to strengthen resilience along its eastern border. Enhanced security measures and targeted economic support are intended to better equip regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine to withstand hybrid threats.
By Stephan Israel
EU states disagree on whether they should go ahead with the ban on Russian oil exports without the G-7 states. The plan to adopt the 20th sanctions package by the 4th anniversary of the start of the war is in jeopardy.
By Stephan Israel
The defense tech sector will keep growing, say investors. One topic continues to hold great potential.
By Robert Wallenhauer
While Ukrainian, US and Russian representatives negotiate in Geneva, Moscow bombs civilian targets in Ukraine. The number of victims rose sharply in 2025.
By Viktor Funk
Germany’s call for France to increase its defense spending is meeting with resistance. Some in Paris feel under attack and point to a need for clearer commitments to supporting Ukraine.
By Gabriel Bub
Next week, the Budget Committee is set to approve the procurement of drones from Stark, a company in which US entrepreneur Peter Thiel also has a stake. Boris Pistorius is to provide information on the extent of Thiel’s influence on the company.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
India is strengthening its military cooperation with France and at the same time is pushing ahead with its digital ambitions. At the India AI Impact Summit, the country seeks to expand its role as a global player.
By Amelie Richter
The US aims to extend the fossil fuel era and is increasingly asserting a leading role in Europe’s energy sector.
By Viktor Funk
