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German Foreign Policy

A champion of EU and NATO enlargement, German foreign policy is no longer the gentle giant of the post-war years. Its leading economy and the War on Terror has propelled Germany to take an assertive role on the world stage.

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German Conservatives Roiled by Chancellor's Decision on Arms for Israel - Friedrich Bungert / SZ Photo / picture alliance

German Conservatives Roiled by Chancellor's Decision on Arms for Israel - Friedrich Bungert / SZ Photo / picture alliance

Merz Under Fire German Conservatives Roiled by Chancellor's Decision on Arms for Israel

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz decided last week to partially suspend arms deliveries to Israel - a policy shift he made all on his own. Conservative lawmakers in the country are furious. By Konstantin von Hammerstein und Jonas Schaible

Germany's Rising Concerns about Russia - Nadja Wohlleben / EPA

Germany's Rising Concerns about Russia - Nadja Wohlleben / EPA

NATO's Eastern Flank Germany's Rising Concerns about Russia

Politicians and military leaders have warned that Russia could be ready for a full-scale war against NATO by 2029. Now, though, Germany is sending a new message. Putin, says Berlin, is already on the attack. By Matthias Gebauer und Paul-Anton Krüger

Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail - Chris Kleponis / EPA

Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail - Chris Kleponis / EPA

The Chancellor Goes to Washington Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

By all accounts, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Donald Trump in the Oval Office was a success. But the bar was low. There are plenty of potential pitfalls for the trans-Atlantic relationship on the road ahead. By Marina Kormbaki in Washington, D.C.

Merz's Spontaneity Could Get Him in Trouble on the International Stage - Kay Nietfeld / dpa

Merz's Spontaneity Could Get Him in Trouble on the International Stage - Kay Nietfeld / dpa

meinung •Germany's New Chancellor Merz's Spontaneity Could Get Him in Trouble on the International Stage A DER SPIEGEL Editorial by Maria Fiedler

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has prioritized foreign policy. But he doesn't seem to be fully cognizant of the international impact of his words. That is concerning.

Can Friedrich Merz Help Keep Trump from Abandoning Europe? - Michael Kappeler / dpa

Can Friedrich Merz Help Keep Trump from Abandoning Europe? - Michael Kappeler / dpa

The German Chancellor's Diplomacy Offensive Can Friedrich Merz Help Keep Trump from Abandoning Europe?

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to be a leading voice in Europe, but first he must figure out how to deal with U.S. President Donald Trump. His first few weeks have produced mixed results. By Matthias Gebauer, Konstantin von Hammerstein, Paul-Anton Krüger und Christoph Schult

"You Cannot Fight Terrorism in Panic Mode" - Urban Zintel / DER SPIEGEL

"You Cannot Fight Terrorism in Panic Mode" - Urban Zintel / DER SPIEGEL

Interview with German Foreign Minister Baerbock "You Cannot Fight Terrorism in Panic Mode"

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is critical of the opposition's position on migration, but also voices support for increased deportations. She also takes stock of her first three years as Germany's top diplomat. Interview Conducted by Martin Knobbe und Christoph Schult

Germany Fails to Gain Traction with Foreign Policy - Ding Haitao / AP

Germany Fails to Gain Traction with Foreign Policy - Ding Haitao / AP

Still Just a Lightweight Germany Fails to Gain Traction with Foreign Policy

The German chancellor and his foreign minister recently visited China and the Middle East and the government is conducting crisis diplomacy at all the global hotspots. But Berlin has failed to deliver much, and some are asking if Germany is even a global player politically.

Germany's Chancellor Faces Balancing Act on China Trip - Peter Wutherich / AFP

Germany's Chancellor Faces Balancing Act on China Trip - Peter Wutherich / AFP

As Tough as He Can Be, as Friendly as He Has To Be Germany's Chancellor Faces Balancing Act on China Trip

The German government wants to become less dependent on China and pay less attention to profits and more to human rights – at least In principle. But there won't be many signs of that during Chancellor Olaf Scholz's upcoming trip to the country. A DER SPIEGEL analysis.

Trump's NATO Comments Trigger Defense Debate in Europe - Mike Segar / REUTERS

Trump's NATO Comments Trigger Defense Debate in Europe - Mike Segar / REUTERS

Good Morning Europe! Trump's NATO Comments Trigger Defense Debate in Europe

With his recent comments on NATO, Donald Trump shocked the Western world. Is the U.S. preparing to abandon its allies? Europe finally seems to be considering a future in which the American nuclear umbrella no longer exists.

The True Story Behind Merkel's Promise to Israel - Sebastian Scheiner / AFP

The True Story Behind Merkel's Promise to Israel - Sebastian Scheiner / AFP

"Reason of State" The True Story Behind Merkel's Promise to Israel

Israel's security is an element of Germany's "reason of state," Chancellor Angela Merkel famously stated. It is a formulation that has since been adopted by the country's leading politicians. But what does it mean? And where did it come from? By Christoph Schult und Klaus Wiegrefe

Foreign Minister Baerbock Sees an Opening for Mediation - Ilia Yefimovich / picture alliance / dpa

Foreign Minister Baerbock Sees an Opening for Mediation - Ilia Yefimovich / picture alliance / dpa

Germany's Role in the Middle East Foreign Minister Baerbock Sees an Opening for Mediation

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock believes Germany can play a key role as a mediator in the Middle East. She has been focusing heavily on the crisis there since the Hamas terror attack in October. But can she really make a difference? By Konstantin von Hammerstein, Jonas Schaible und Christoph Schult

How Russia Is Paralyzing Europe's Peace Organization - Maximilian Clarke / SOPA Images / LightRocket / Getty Images

How Russia Is Paralyzing Europe's Peace Organization - Maximilian Clarke / SOPA Images / LightRocket / Getty Images

Spying and Sabotage How Russia Is Paralyzing Europe's Peace Organization

The long-established Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe is threatening to disintegrate because of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Critics claim Moscow is infiltrating the organization and sabotaging its work in ensuring European peace and stability.

All the Evidence Points To Kyiv - blueye

All the Evidence Points To Kyiv - blueye

Investigating the Nord Stream Attack All the Evidence Points To Kyiv

It's a spy thriller that has the potential to change the course of international politics: A year ago, a secret commando blew up the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea. Since then, investigators have been searching for the perpetrators. The leads they have found are extremely politically sensitive.

Lack of Western Weapons Slows Progress in Ukraine Counteroffensive - EPA

Lack of Western Weapons Slows Progress in Ukraine Counteroffensive - EPA

Stalled on the Front Lack of Western Weapons Slows Progress in Ukraine Counteroffensive

The Ukrainian army's counteroffensve against Russia could fail because of dwindling supplies of artillery shells, prompting Washington to provide cluster bombs. Is Europe facing years of bloody trench warfare?

German Intelligence Criticized for Slow Reaction To Russian Coup Attempt - Jörg Carstensen / picture alliance

German Intelligence Criticized for Slow Reaction To Russian Coup Attempt - Jörg Carstensen / picture alliance

Another Stumble German Intelligence Criticized for Slow Reaction To Russian Coup Attempt

Germany's foreign intelligence agency, the BND, is under fire for learning too late about the recent Wagner Group coup attempt in Russia. It's possible the agency's head could soon be out as a result of the late response, which many see as one too many.

'We Have To Look Each Other Deep in the Eyes in NATO' - Fabrizio Bensch / REUTERS

'We Have To Look Each Other Deep in the Eyes in NATO' - Fabrizio Bensch / REUTERS

German Reactions To the Putsch Attempt 'We Have To Look Each Other Deep in the Eyes in NATO'

Before Saturday's uprising in Russia unraveled, Western intelligence thought the Wagner Group might be able to reach Moscow - and believed that Putin had left the city. Hours later, Western politicians were wondering how to exploit the weakness shown by the Russian leader. By Matthias Gebauer und Jonas Schaible

Germany’s New Peace Movement Has Some Explaining to Do - ddp

Germany’s New Peace Movement Has Some Explaining to Do - ddp

Dubious Alliances Germany’s New Peace Movement Has Some Explaining to Do

Putin’s war in Ukraine is unsettling many in Germany. A new peace movement is forming in the country, but it is stirring up the ghosts of German history – and has an open flank to the extreme right.

Tank Deliveries Could Mark Turning Point in War - Johanna Maria Fritz / DER SPIEGEL

Tank Deliveries Could Mark Turning Point in War - Johanna Maria Fritz / DER SPIEGEL

A Needed Upgrade Tank Deliveries Could Mark Turning Point in War

There is enormous relief in Kyiv that, after months of hesitation, the West is now willing to supply main battle tanks. But can the Leopard 2s supplied by Germany and its allies really turn the tide on the battlefield?

What Western Tanks Mean for Ukraine - Jochen Eckel / IMAGO

What Western Tanks Mean for Ukraine - Jochen Eckel / IMAGO

meinung •It's Time To Turn the Tables on Moscow What Western Tanks Mean for Ukraine A DER SPIEGEL Editorial By Ralf Neukirch

Battle tanks don't prevent negotiations, they set the conditions for them. The West's decision to send Leopards to Ukraine shows a determination to see Kyiv win the war against the Russian aggressor.

Germany's Leopard Tanks Are a Game Changer with Significant Risks - Moritz Frankenberg / picture alliance / dpa

Germany's Leopard Tanks Are a Game Changer with Significant Risks - Moritz Frankenberg / picture alliance / dpa

The Last Taboo Germany's Leopard Tanks Are a Game Changer with Significant Risks

With the delivery of Leopard battle tanks from Germany, the Ukraine war is entering into a new and dangerous phase. Olaf Scholz must now clean up the political damage he has caused, hold his country together and find a path with his international partners to end the conflict.

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