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Merz reported that he was informed about the strike on Iran and acknowledged Israel's right to defend itself

The Prime Minister of Israel informed the German Chancellor about the strike on Iran. Merz reaffirmed Israel's right to self-defense and called on Iran to stop developing nuclear weapons.

News of the World • 10:18 AM • 14 views
Germany will provide Ukraine with 9 billion euros and will participate in the financing of long-range weapons

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will participate in the financing of long-range weapons for Ukraine and will provide 9 billion euros in aid. Part of the funds will go to the purchase of necessary materials for the Armed Forces.

Society • June 12, 02:24 PM • 1516 views
Zelenskyy on German Taurus missiles: I would like Merz to provide them to us

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the issue of Taurus missiles is important, and he would like Friedrich Merz to transfer them to Ukraine.

War • June 12, 09:37 AM • 2358 views
Head of the Federal Intelligence Service of Germany may become the ambassador to Ukraine - Spiegel

Martin Jäger, the German ambassador to Ukraine, will become the new head of the BND. A reorganization of the service and an increase in funding are expected, which should speed up the collection of intelligence.

News of the World • June 11, 02:13 PM • 2368 views
Russians may introduce "green men" into the territory of Estonia - German intelligence

Russia intends to spread the confrontation with the West by sending "green men" to Estonia. This will be a test of NATO's resolve regarding collective defense.

Politics • June 10, 01:50 PM • 3090 views
The number of Russians who received German citizenship has increased sixfold - Bloomberg

More than 290,000 people received citizenship in Germany, including 83,000 Syrians and 13,000 Russians, which is six times more than last year. The government has relaxed the citizenship law to attract workers.

Politics • June 10, 12:54 PM • 3084 views
The President of Lithuania called for maximum sanctions against Russia

Gitanas Nausėda criticizes the insufficient determination of anti-Russian sanctions, calling for disconnecting banks from SWIFT, sanctions against the "shadow fleet" and energy companies. He also emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine.

Politics • June 9, 10:17 AM • 2738 views
Some American lawmakers "have no idea" about the scale of Russia's rearmament - Merz

The German Chancellor stated that some American lawmakers do not understand the scale of Russia's rearmament. He called on them to look at this, emphasizing the increase in Russia's defense budget.

Politics • June 6, 03:07 PM • 4848 views
Merz presented Trump with the birth certificate of his German grandfather

Friedrich Merz presented Donald Trump with a facsimile of the birth certificate of his grandfather Friedrich Trump, later Frederick. The document was handed over during a meeting at the White House.

Politics • June 5, 05:47 PM • 4246 views
Merz at the White House said that "Nord Stream-2" was a "mistake"

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz agreed with Donald Trump that "Nord Stream-2" was a mistake. Trump mentioned a conversation with Merkel about Germany's financing of Russia.

Politics • June 5, 05:11 PM • 2068 views
"I am with Ukraine": Trump made a statement at the White House

US President Donald Trump assured of support for Ukraine and stressed the importance of ending the war. He signed an agreement with Ukraine and advocates for peace.

War • June 5, 04:44 PM • 39413 views
Trump and Merz met in the White House

The first personal meeting between Trump and Merz took place against the background of discussions on international issues.

Politics • June 5, 04:05 PM • 4062 views
Trump revealed details of a conversation with Xi Jinping: a meeting of US and Chinese teams is not far off

US President Donald Trump announced a telephone conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, where they discussed a trade agreement. The parties also plan to meet working groups for further negotiations.

Economy • June 5, 03:33 PM • 2646 views
German Chancellor Merz to meet with Trump at the White House

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold his first meeting with Donald Trump. They will discuss Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and trade policy, including US tariffs.

Politics • June 5, 11:56 AM • 2710 views
The US could thwart Europe's plans to get rid of dependence on Russian gas - NYT

Influential investor Stephen P. Lynch seeks to acquire a Russian pipeline. The White House is considering cooperation with the Kremlin on gas supplies to Europe, which is causing concern in Germany.

Society • June 5, 11:50 AM • 3462 views
Prisoner exchange and tough sanctions: Zelensky discussed further steps regarding Russia with Mertz

Zelensky discussed with Mertz the results of the meeting in Istanbul, where the only result was the exchange of prisoners. They also talked about strengthening sanctions due to Russia's refusal to de-escalate.

Society • June 4, 03:18 PM • 2560 views
The German government believes that the EU should return to the issue of using frozen Russian assets

Thorsten Frei stated that the EU should return to the issue of using frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. Germany may become more open to the seizure of assets worth 200 billion euros.

War • June 1, 01:35 AM • 4508 views
Merz will meet with Trump at the White House on June 5

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on June 5. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss issues ahead of the G7 summit and the NATO summit.

Politics • May 31, 03:29 PM • 4174 views
A new level of relations, a clearer tone: the Ukrainian ambassador to Germany highly appreciates the changes in the Berlin-Kyiv dialogue

The Ukrainian ambassador positively assesses the changes in the tone of discussions with Germany after Zelensky's meeting with Merz. Relations between the countries are becoming more direct and committed.

Politics • May 30, 11:33 AM • 2148 views
There are certain topics that Merz and I agreed not to discuss publicly: Zelenskyy on Taurus missiles

President Zelenskyy stated that there are certain agreements with the German Chancellor regarding the discussion of Taurus missiles. He also emphasized that Ukraine needs various tools for defense.

War • May 29, 12:54 PM • 2622 views
Merz: Taurus delivery to Ukraine "within the realm of possibility"

Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed the possibility of supplying Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles. According to him, the use of these weapons systems requires long-term training of Ukrainian soldiers.

War • May 29, 07:13 AM • 3604 views
Zelenskyy returns to Kyiv earlier due to the offensive in Sumy region? Sources deny Spiegel's information

The German publication Spiegel reported on Zelenskyy's urgent return due to the Russian offensive in Sumy region. However, UNN sources deny this information, calling it a fake.

War • May 28, 08:17 PM • 26014 views
Zelenskyy and Merz discussed support for Ukraine and post-war reconstruction with German business

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz met with representatives of German business to discuss cooperation in various fields. They discussed support for the energy sector, rehabilitation of soldiers and reconstruction of Ukraine.

Society • May 28, 04:55 PM • 3736 views
Medinsky stated that he had offered Umerov a date for the exchange of memorandums: the Ukrainian side allegedly "went to consult"

Putin's aide Medinsky assures that he called Umerov and proposed a meeting to discuss a ceasefire. He is waiting for confirmation from the Ukrainian side.

War • May 28, 03:54 PM • 3292 views
Lavrov stated that Germany is "sliding towards collapse" amid reports of the transfer of long-range missiles to Kyiv.

Lavrov reacted to Merz's words about the transfer of long-range missiles to Ukraine. According to him, Germany is moving towards collapse, as it was before.

Society • May 28, 03:45 PM • 3892 views
Russia threatens "harsh response" if Germany transfers Taurus missiles to Ukraine

In the State Duma of the Russian Federation, they stated that Russia would respond "asymmetrically and sensitively" if Germany transferred Taurus missiles to Ukraine. Earlier it was reported that the issue of missile supply would not be resolved during Zelensky's visit.

Society • May 28, 03:22 PM • 4324 views
Ukraine Still Hopes to Receive German Taurus Missiles - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Taurus missiles. Mertz announced the purchase of Ukrainian long-range systems without restrictions on the Russian Federation and efforts against Nord Stream-2.

Society • May 28, 02:31 PM • 3516 views
Germany allocates 5 billion euros of military aid to Ukraine: details of the agreement

Germany will allocate 5 billion euros for military assistance to Ukraine. An agreement has been signed on financing long-range weapons produced in Ukraine, and a contract regarding the defense industry complex.

War • May 28, 02:23 PM • 2892 views
Merz announced that the frozen assets of the Russian Federation will be discussed again at the next G7 summit.

Friedrich Merz stated that Germany and the G7 will use the interest from frozen Russian assets. They are already providing 50 billion euros to support Ukraine.

War • May 28, 01:58 PM • 2126 views
Germany will finance a "substantial part" of the funds for Starlink in Ukraine - Merz

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany will continue military support for Ukraine and will finance a significant part of Starlink. Zelensky and Merz discussed air defense, arms production, and sanctions against the Russian Federation.

War • May 28, 01:08 PM • 2210 views