Daily Briefing 03.12.2025, 09:21 (CET)

Pistorius: Arrow 3 strengthens German and European air defence

Germany's air defence - and that of its partners - is set to be significantly strengthened as the first elements of the new Arrow 3 missile defence system are activated, Defence Minister Bo...

Leverkusen gain Dortmund revenge in Cup, Leipzig fight back

Ibrahim Maza was the difference as Bayer Leverkusen won 1-0 at Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday to march into the German Cup last eight on Tuesday.

Pina stars as Spain beat Germany to retain women's Nations League

Spain retained their women's Nations League title after classy second-half goals from Clàudia Pina and Vicky López sealed a deserved 3-0 win over Germany in Madrid on Tuesday.

German industry lobby sees 'structural decline' for sector

Germany's industrial sector is facing a dramatic low point at the end of 2025, the head of the Federation of German Industries (BDI) told dpa, warning that the government in Berlin is not a...

German government wants to broaden defence production

The German government is pushing for more industrial companies to get involved in defence production.

Thousands of rounds stolen from shipment for German military

Unknown perpetrators have stolen large amounts of ammunition destined for Germany's armed forces from a vehicle operated by a civilian transport company, the Defence Ministry confirmed.

German drone maker Helsing to work with car parts supplier Schaeffler

German drone startup Helsing is to collaborate with automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler.

Germany's Wadephul doubtful that Putin is ready to talk peace

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of repeatedly making up "excuses" to avoid entering peace talks with Ukraine, expressing scepticism that...

Business leader: AfD would cause German economy 'lasting damage'

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) would cause "lasting damage" to the country's economy if it takes power, a top business leader said on Tuesday.

Cologne to be leading city in Rhine-Ruhr region's Olympics bid

Cologne will be the leading city in the Rhine-Ruhr region's bid to host the Olympics in Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia state premier Hendrik Wüst said.