The wave of hybrid attacks on northern European NATO states is fuelling the debate about stronger powers for the Bundeswehr – and the discussion about a more robust defense by the EU and NATO on the eastern flank of the alliance.
By Markus Bickel, Viktor Funk, Stephan Israel and Okan Bellikli
From drone defense to standoff weapons, the EU wants to push ahead with its defense readiness roadmap in Copenhagen. The proposal on Russian state bank funds is also on the agenda. The dispute over Israel sanctions could overshadow the leaders' meeting.
By Stephan Israel
The TTPA regulation aims to make those behind political campaigns more accountable and transparent. The new regulations will soon come into force, but most EU countries are not prepared for them. The rules will have a profound impact on political operations.
By Stefan Braun, Till Hoppe and Leonard Schulz
After the European Parliament criticized some funding of non-governmental organizations, the Commission has reviewed all agreements with NGOs for violations of the guidelines. Twenty-eight NGOs from the Life program were asked to agree to changes – but to no avail.
By Markus Grabitz
Typhoon Ragasa leaves a trail of devastation in East Asia. Meanwhile, China announces its climate targets for 2035 in New York. But the announcements fall short of expectations.
By Leonardo Pape
China and the US are selling the agreement on the TikTok video platform as a success. But if it really turns out as discussed in Madrid, Beijing will retain the power to control public opinion in the US.
By Marcel Grzanna
There are investment announcements for renewable energies at New York Climate Week. UN climate chief Simon Stiell supports a new initiative to accelerate the decarbonization of industry and promotes more AI in climate action.
By Alexandra Endres
China pays its contributions to the United Nations (UN) with a significant delay. The payment morale is at odds with Beijing's claim to a central role within the UN.
By Marcel Grzanna
TikTok is at a geopolitical crossroads: an alleged deal between Trump and Xi could bring the app under the control of tech oligarchs in the US, while China continues to control the algorithm. Whoever determines the data and content in future could not only shape trends, but also influence public opinion and political realities.
By Amelie Richter and Fabian Peltsch
The EU Commission's long-term budget proposal would cost Germany tens of billions per year, warns the German government. However, experts fear that cuts will come at the expense of funding innovation.
By Till Hoppe
