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The CIA in the 21st century – threatened from within

For the CIA, the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 marked the biggest turning point since the end of the Cold War. Now, however, the greatest threat to the US foreign intelligence service comes from within, writes Pulitzer Prize winner Tim Weiner in his new book.

By Florian Keisinger

News | National security

Survey: Approval for higher defense spending grows

Public support for higher defense spending and an increase in the size of the Bundeswehr is growing. This is the result of a public survey published today by the Bundeswehr Center for Military History and Social Sciences.

By Markus Bickel

Feature | Ukraine war

Ukraine frontline update: Why the situation is critical in three regions

Ukraine is currently in a critical phase due to staff shortages and a lack of Western aid: Russia is holding the initiative on large parts of the front. Terror against the civilian population is on the rise. In cooperation with Reaktion Group Consulting, Table.Briefings analyzes the situation in Ukraine.

By Redaktion Table

Talk of the town | German Armed Forces

Danger from drones: Why the Bundeswehr should take over police duties

In the future, the Bundeswehr is to be able to establish the identities of suspicious persons outside of military areas – and thus take on police duties. The so-called Article Act provides for new powers for the troops.

By Viktor Funk