Tag: Department of Defense
Order from above: Pistorius wants to speed up procurement – opinion
In the fight against the Bundeswehr’s sluggish procurement system, the new Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) claims to have already found the way to success: A decree from the top…
Sudan: rescue from Berlin-Mitte – politics
In Manja Kliese’s office there is still a blue camping air mattress in the corner, on it a pillow and a colorful blanket, a blue sports bag. The 45-year-old diplomat…
Because of Sudan fighting: Defense Minister Pistorius cancels trips abroad – politics
In response to the worsening situation in Sudan, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has canceled important appointments abroad. This Sunday he wanted to leave for a multi-day trip to the United…
Pistorius wants right-wing extremists to be released from the Bundeswehr more quickly – politics
Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) promises more speed in the fight against right-wing extremism in the Bundeswehr. In addition, he now announced an imminent change in the Soldiers Act.…
Ministry of Defense: Pistorius cleans up, grumbling increases – politics
The secretary of defense has risen to become the most popular politician, but internally there is growing dissatisfaction with some decisions and their communication. So there was a breakdown when…
Military Commissioner calls for faster decisions and more money – politics
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Armed Forces, Eva Högl, clearly criticizes the slow implementation of the turning point policy for the Bundeswehr. Despite an “epochal upheaval” triggered by Russia’s attack…
Boris Pistorius – the defense minister with the goat – opinion
The Bundeswehr often had bad luck with the politicians who headed the defense department, especially recently. But now the right person for the office could be found. comment by Mike…
Ukraine News ++ Macron’s refusal to supply battle tanks has so far hardly triggered any criticism ++
fFrance’s President Emmanuel Macron has still not decided whether Ukraine should also receive French main battle tanks. So far, however, there has been no international criticism of Macron’s position –…
Germany wants to send Leopard 2 main battle tanks to Ukraine
Berlin Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) wants to deliver Leopard 2 main battle tanks to Ukraine. According to information from the Handelsblatt, the decision was made on Tuesday. As the “Spiegel”…
Public broadcasters: Kindly please
A SWR journalist writes a well-meaning portrait of the new Minister of Defense – and is now his spokesman. source site