Olaf Scholz

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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