The restructuring is set to take place in three phases. Until final implementation next year, adjustments can still be made within the subordinate and main departments.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Andreas Mattfeldt knows the federal budget like few others – now the CDU politician is in charge of the defense budget at a time of historic multi-billion euro sums. In the Bundestag, he focuses on speed rather than party career.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Starting in 2027, the new US fighter jets are scheduled to be stationed in Büchel. The Greens and the Left Party are calling for greater transparency in the planning process.
By Nana Brink
The Bundeswehr’s Cyber and Information Domain Service plans to establish its own drone unit. The unit’s training will go beyond reconnaissance operations.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Aid organizations are sounding the alarm: Without a ceasefire and access for overland transport, the dramatic humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip cannot be alleviated.
By Markus Bickel
Three and a half years after the invasion of Ukraine, support for the war remains strong in Russia. Despite mounting economic worries and personal hardships, the Kremlin has managed to paralyze society through fear and a sense of helplessness.
By Maria Mitrov
Tobias Waldhüter, former office manager of Ingo Gädechens (CDU), is moving to Airbus Defense and Space.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Green budget rapporteur Sebastian Schäfer accuses the federal government of sleight of hand in the 2025 defense budget. On Wednesday, the government plans to approve the key figures for 2026 and beyond in cabinet.
By Lisa-Martina Klein, Markus Bickel
French MP Natalia Pouzyreff from President Macron’s Renaissance party is calling for more joint European procurement. According to Pouzyreff, Germany missed the opportunity to promote a European alternative to the highly sought-after and scarce Patriot systems.
By Natalia Pouzyreff
