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
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
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
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
In Bratislava, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Donald Trump is seeking a negotiated solution with Iran. For the first time, Tehran publicly signaled its willingness to discuss issues beyond its nuclear program. Meanwhile, 250,000 people gathered in Munich alone to demand the fall of the regime.
By Markus Bickel and Nana Brink
In the Table.Today podcast, Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger calls for continued military support for Ukraine and says he does not expect the war to end any time soon.
By Michael Bröcker
The US aims to extend the fossil fuel era and is increasingly asserting a leading role in Europe’s energy sector.
By Viktor Funk
India is strengthening its military cooperation with France while simultaneously pushing ahead with its digital ambitions. At the India AI Impact Summit, the country wants to expand its role as a global actor.
By Amelie Richter
