Ukraine Slams Scholz After First Call With Putin in Two Years
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Germany's Olaf Scholz on Friday of playing into the hands of Russian President Vladimir Putin after the chancellor spoke by phone to the Kremlin chief for the first time in almost two years.
Germany to Buy 20 More Eurofighter Jets to Boost Defense
Germany will buy another 20 Eurofighter jets from Airbus, Chancellor Olaf Scholz said as Berlin battles to bulk up its defenses.
Berlin Allows Ukraine to Fire German Weapons at Targets in Russi
Germany has given Ukraine permission to fire German-delivered weapons at targets in Russia, Chancellor Scholz's spokesman said, matching a move by the US.
Germany’s Scholz Says Sending Taurus Missiles to Ukraine ‘Irresponsible’
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed opposition to sending long-range Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine, saying the move would be “irresponsible.”
Zelensky Signs ‘Historic’ Security Pact With Germany
Ukraine's Presiden Zelensky signed a security deal with Germany, hailed by Chancellor Scholz as a "historic step" anchoring sustained support for Kyiv in its raging battles against Russia.
Ukraine to Deploy Third Patriot Air Defense System This Month: Scholz
Ukraine will deploy the second Patriot air defense system delivered by Germany this year, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced Wednesday.
Germany Mulls Modifying Long-Range Taurus Missiles for Ukraine
The German government is considering technical modifications to its long-range Taurus missiles before possibly sending them to Ukraine.
Germany to Cut 2024 Spending, but Defense Budget Up
Germany plans to cut spending and borrowing substantially next year following massive outlays during COVID and energy crisis.
Britain, Germany Say US Must Decide on Jets for Ukraine
Any decision to send F16 fighter jets to Ukraine will fall on the White House, the UK and German defense ministers said.
German Military Has ‘Too Little of Everything’
Germany's military has too little of everything and its barracks are "pitiful" with some lacking WiFi and working toilets, despite a planned overhaul, a senior MP said.
Germany Authorizes Manufacturers to Send Leopard 1 Tanks to Ukraine
Germany said it has issued authorization for Leopard 1 tanks to be sent to Ukraine, as Kyiv seeks heavier weapons to counter Moscow.
Germany Won’t Send Fighter Jets to Ukraine, Says Scholz
Chancellor Olaf Scholz reiterated that Germany will not send fighter jets to Ukraine, as Kyiv steps up calls for more advanced weapons.
Germany to Provide Ukraine With Leopard Tanks: Reports
Germany will provide Ukraine with Leopard tanks, national media reported, following months of intense pressure on Berlin.
Scholz Wants US, Germany to Both Send Tanks to Ukraine: US Congressman
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has told US congressmen that Germany will supply heavy tanks to Ukraine if the US sends tanks too.
Scholz Pressed by EU Partners Over Leopard Tanks for Ukraine
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced increased pressure from several EU partners to authorize the export of Leopard tanks to Ukraine.
Germany to Send Ukraine 40 Marder Tanks by Spring
Germany will supply Ukraine with around 40 Marder infantry fighting vehicles within weeks as part of a new phase of support coordinated with the US.
White House Says US, Germany to Send Ukraine Armored Vehicles
President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz agreed to send powerfully armed infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine.
Scholz Under Pressure for Tanks to Kyiv After France Move
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced pressure to deliver tanks to Kyiv, after France became the first western nation to supply tanks to Ukraine.
Germany Confirms 18 Remote-Controlled Wheeled Howitzers for Ukraine
The German government has confirmed the sale of 18 RCH 155 remote-controlled wheeled howitzers to Ukraine.
Germany Says Will Reach NATO Spending Target by 2025
Germany will match NATO's target to spend two percent of GDP on defense by 2025, a government spokesman said.
European Allies Join German Air Defense Push
Fourteen European allies signed up to a German plan to buy air defense systems, as NATO looks to bolster its ability to deal with Russia.
Germany Says Air Defense Shield to Reach Ukraine ‘in Days’
Germany said it was rushing long-promised air defense systems, capable of protecting an entire city, to Ukraine after Russia unleashed a barrage of missile strikes on the country.
Germany, Denmark, Norway to Give Ukraine 16 Slovak Zuzana-2 Howitzers
Germany, Denmark, and Norway will supply Ukraine with 16 armored howitzer artillery systems from next year as Kyiv seeks heavier weapons to boost its fightback against Russia.
Germany Military Must Become Europe’s ‘Best Equipped’: Scholz
Germany is ready to take a leading role in ensuring Europe's security, Chancellor Scholz said, vowing to transform the military into the "best equipped" on the continent.
