Press Releases

Germany’s Merz Comments on West’s Influence

(MENAFN) Western dominance on the global stage is steadily declining as authoritarian regimes intensify their campaign against liberal democracy, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has asserted. Speaking during a ceremony commemorating the 35th...

German Economy Minister states nation should seek drone dominance

(MENAFN) Germany’s Economy Minister, Katherina Reiche, has called for the nation to devote all possible resources toward establishing itself as Europe’s foremost drone power, insisting that only Berlin can “decide” the future of the continent’s...

German Minister Urges Leading Europe’s Drone Capabilities

(MENAFN) Germany should allocate all its efforts toward becoming Europe’s foremost drone power, Economy Minister Katherina Reiche has stated, emphasizing that only Berlin can "decide" the future of the continent’s defense. Her remarks come as...

Prime Minister Carney concludes his participation at Middle East Peace Summit

CANADA, October 13 - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, concluded his participation at the Middle East Peace Summit in Egypt – an historic gathering which, convened with the leadership of the United States and Egypt, marks a new chapter of...

Austria undergoes political dilemma ahead of Eurovision Song Contest

(MENAFN) Austria is confronting a political dilemma ahead of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Vienna next May, as debates emerge over Israel’s potential exclusion from the event. Reports indicate that some members of...

Legal Limits Restrict Germany from Shooting Russian Drones

(MENAFN) Legal limitations established following the downfall of the Nazi regime are obstructing the German military from intercepting alleged ‘Russian drones’ within its own borders, a media outlet reported on Friday. Recently, authorities in...

How Nazi legacy still plays role in Germany’s laws

(MENAFN) Legal restrictions dating back to post-World War II Germany are preventing the German military from intercepting suspected Russian drones over national territory, Politico reported Friday. Recent weeks have seen Western officials accuse...

Egypt Extends Invitation to Germany to Attend Gaza Ceasefire Signing

(MENAFN) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has invited German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to attend the forthcoming signing ceremony of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, according to an official statement released Friday. The...

Expedited citizenship for immigrants gets voided by German parliament

(MENAFN) The German parliament on Wednesday abolished the fast-track citizenship option for immigrants, passing legislation backed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s conservative coalition. The law now sets a uniform five-year residency requirement...

Newly Elected German Mayor Gets Stabbed

(MENAFN) Iris Stalzer, who was recently voted in as the mayor of a small town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, is currently in a life-threatening state after sustaining multiple stab wounds, according to official reports released on Tuesday....

New steps get established by Germany to oppose suspected drone chip

(MENAFN) The German government on Wednesday approved draft legislation aimed at strengthening defenses against suspected drone threats. The bill, which updates the Federal Police Act, will establish a dedicated drone defense center and empower...

Minister for civil defence to observe international rescue exercise in Finland

SWEDEN, October 1 - Press release from Ministry of Defence Published 01 October 2025 On 1–2 October, Minister for Civil Defence Carl-Oskar Bohlin will observe the Rescue Borealis international rescue exercise 2025 taking place in Oulu, Finland....

German unemployment numbers exceed expectations

(MENAFN) Germany’s labor market faced a setback in September, as unemployment climbed by 14,000, reaching a total of 2.98 million, according to reports from the country’s employment authority. Analysts had anticipated a smaller increase of just...

Germany's Jobless Rate Soars Beyond Market’s Forecast

(MENAFN) Germany's unemployment surged by 14,000 in September, reaching a total of 2.98 million, according to new data released Tuesday by the Federal Employment Agency. The increase was far worse than the market’s forecast of just an 8,000 rise....

Germany Endorses US-Led Gaza Ceasefire Proposal

(MENAFN) Germany voiced firm backing on Monday for US President Donald Trump’s proposal aimed at halting the conflict in Gaza, asserting that a resolution is "within reach" if both Israel and Hamas act on the current chance. The appeal came with a...

Germany authorizes weapons deliveries to Israel

(MENAFN) The German government has once again authorized arms shipments to Israel, following a temporary restriction linked to Tel Aviv’s ongoing war in Gaza, according to reports. The Ministry of Economics stated that the approved exports...

Germany Authorizes Arms Deliveries to Israel

(MENAFN) The German government has once again authorized arms exports to Israel following a partial suspension linked to Tel Aviv’s ongoing war in Gaza, according to multiple media reports on Wednesday. Responding to a parliamentary inquiry from...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) Public Dialogue

“Will South Africa’s G20 be a G20 on the African continent or an African G20?” It is an honour to address you today, and I extend my sincere appreciation to the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) for inviting me to speak on the pivotal...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: G20 DIRCO-Sanlam Africa Outreach Programme

“Africa in Global Economic Governance: South Africa’s G20 Presidency and the Measurable Outcomes" When South Africa took over the Presidency of the G20 in December last year, we announced the Theme of our G20 Presidency, namely Solidarity,...

Germany’s Merz Faces Plummeting Approval

(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is experiencing a significant drop in public support, reaching the lowest level since he assumed office. A fresh public opinion poll released on Saturday highlights the deepening dissatisfaction among...