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- 1Former German vice chancellor accuses Israel of Gaza war crimes▼Former German vice chancellor accuses Israel of war crimes in Gaza
A former German vice chancellor has publicly accused Israel of committing war crimes in Gaza. The statement is notable given Germany's longstanding political and military support for Israel, and it adds to a growing list of current and former European officials speaking out against the conduct of the war. The remarks are being reported by international outlets and are likely to fuel debate in Germany over its Israel policy.
- 2Israel's war on Lebanon mapped in figures●„Israels Krieg gegen den # Libanon in Karten und Zahlen. Bericht der # medico -Partnerorganisation Public Works Die isra
Medico's partner organisation Public Works has published a report documenting Israel's war against Lebanon in maps and figures. It records that Israeli bombardments in southern Lebanon, accompanied by a military ground offensive, have left the most severe devastation, displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The report is drawing attention among German-speaking audiences as a detailed data-based account of the destruction and humanitarian consequences of the conflict.
- 3Russia rejects German calls to de-escalate at UN●🇷🇺 🇩🇪 # Russia ’s top diplomat rejected German calls to ease off its “dangerous path of escalation” toward the country,
Russia's top diplomat dismissed German calls to step back from what Berlin called a dangerous path of escalation toward Germany, at the UN General Assembly. Instead, he accused Germany of being Ukraine's main sponsor and of seeking to establish itself as a leading military power in Europe. The exchange underscores deepening tensions between Moscow and Berlin over the war in Ukraine and Germany's growing military role.
- 4Why there are no videos of Xi's US return visit▼Betsy who? Wer sich heute Morgen fragt, warum es eigentlich keine Videos vom fulminanten Gegenbesuch des chinesischen St
German-language commentary is asking why there is little footage of a ceremonial return visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States. The post contrasts this with the lavish reception Donald Trump reportedly received in Beijing in May, complete with gun salutes, an honor guard, a military band and flag-waving children, and jokes that observers are left wondering what happened to the reciprocal pomp in Washington.
- 5German students rally against conscription amid Russia sanctions strain●Germany's youth rejects the draft as Russia torches another refinery 45,000 German students hit the streets against cons
Around 45,000 students have taken to the streets across Germany to protest plans to reintroduce military conscription, voicing opposition to a return of the draft. The protests come as Russia reportedly struck another oil refinery and targeted Ukrainian infrastructure, keeping defense and security debates at the center of German public life. The demonstrations signal significant youth resistance to military service proposals in Europe's largest economy.
- 6Thousands of German students protest military conscription▼Thousands of students protest German military conscription
Thousands of students have taken to the streets in Germany to protest against military conscription, Al Jazeera reports. The demonstrations reflect growing opposition among young people to compulsory military service as Germany debates strengthening its armed forces amid heightened security concerns in Europe.
- 7What Germany's Wingcopter 262 Means for Ukraine's Drone War▼ANALYSIS: What Germany’s Wingcopter 262 Means for Ukraine’s Drone War
An analysis published by the Kyiv Post examines the significance of Germany's Wingcopter 262 delivery drone for Ukraine's war effort. The piece looks at how the German-made unmanned aircraft, designed for long-range cargo delivery, could support Ukrainian operations as drone warfare continues to shape the battlefield and supply logistics under constant threat.
- 8German Students Strike Against Conscription and Militarisation▼“German Students Strike Against Conscription: Youth Reject Militarisation and Cuts” by Ana Vracar in Savage Minds on Sub
Thousands of students across Germany staged strikes on Friday, 25 November, protesting the reintroduction of conscription, growing militarisation, and education cuts. Writing in Savage Minds, Ana Vracar reports that the movement reflects broader youth resistance to defence spending priorities. The strikes are part of a recurring wave of student mobilisations across German cities, with participants demanding investment in schools rather than the military.
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Reports say German-made Leopard tanks are ready and being sent to reinforce Ukraine in its fight against Russia. The delivery of these battle tanks from Germany marks continued Western military support for Kyiv, and discussion is focused on what impact the heavy armour could have on the battlefield.
- 10German military deepens cooperation with Israel's IDF●# brd # israel : # nato / # bundeswehr / # idf / # militärkooperation / # kriegsfähigkeit „Die Bundeswehr verstärkt ihre
The Bundeswehr is strengthening its military cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces, according to a discussion on German security policy. Police and cybersecurity authorities are also intensifying collaboration with Israel amid ongoing wars. The debate links closer ties to questions of NATO readiness and Germany's own 'war readiness' (Kriegsfähigkeit), themes prominent in current German defense discussions.
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Former German Economy Minister Robert Habeck, speaking in an interview with Caren Miosga, has accused Israel of committing war crimes. The statement by the prominent Green politician is drawing strong reactions in Germany, where debate over Israel's military actions and the government's response remains highly sensitive and politically charged.
- 12Deutsche Bank Raises OHB Price Target to €300 on Defense Growth●Deutsche Bank Lifts OHB Target to €300 as Analysts Bet on Defense-Driven Growth
Deutsche Bank has raised its price target for German space and technology group OHB to €300, with analysts pointing to defense-driven growth as the reason for the more optimistic outlook. The upgrade reflects growing investor interest in European defense and security-related space capabilities, a sector that has attracted rising attention as governments increase military and security spending.