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Rising to the Task
Germany’s record on foreign missions has been mixed. The Bundeswehr has rarely been able to fulfill the government’s political aims, but militarily, the armed …
A French View: Oil and Water
At a time when its armed forces are massively over-burdened, Paris is greatly reliant on its partners. But Germany is not ready to play …
A British View: Thinking About War
The best way for Germany to lead the future defense of Europe is to bring all Europeans together, the United Kingdom included. But real …
Close-Up: Jeremy Hunt and Dominic Raab
As foreign secretary and secretary for exiting the European Union, Jeremy Hunt and Dominic Raab have taken up keys posts in the British government. …
Words Don’t Come Easy: “Schwesterpartei”
There’s not much love left between political sisters CDU and CSU.
A Debate about Military Service Fills Germany’s Summer Void
While the government and Chancellor Angela Merkel are taking their summer break, a debate over military service has dominated Germany’s headlines.
In Stormy Times, the CSU Turns to Anchor Centers
Bavaria’s ruling Christian Social Union (CSU) has unveiled new centralized migrant facilities it hopes will expedite the asylum process—and salvage its chances in a looming state poll.
It’s Not Just Trump
Trump’s provocations and bullying grab the headlines. But there are also structural factors causing transatlantic tension.
Trade Wars: The US, China, and Europe in Between
Washington’s trade war with China continues to escalate. The tit-for-tat row has forced Washington’s traditional partners to seek new alliances, says GIGA president Amrita Narlikar.
Calling His Bluff
According to insiders, Donald Trump threatened to pull the US out of NATO at a testy Brussels summit. The alliance is on shakier ground than ever before.
Germany’s Other Problems
As the German government goes on summer break, many of the country’s most pressing issues have been neglected due to the row over migration. …
Boiling Point
The US-Europe partnership living in a powder keg, and many fear that at the NATO summit in Brussels next week, Donald Trump will light a match.
