Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Germany

Heavy snow causes travel chaos in Europe, windstorm to lash US

Snowstorms and heavy winds have caused travel chaos this week across parts of Europe, grounding hundreds of flights at Munich airport and halting trains to and from Munich’s central station. Meanwhile, in the United States, winter weather brought high winds...

German President arrives in Israel on three-nation Middle East tour

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits Tel Aviv, Oman, and Qatar, emphasizing Germany's pro-Israel stance, support for a two-state solution and vital civilian protection in Gaza.

Germany to double 2024 military aid to Ukraine

Germany would increase its military aid for Ukraine in 2024, doubling the assistance to €8 billion ($8.5 billion), defense minister, Boris Pistorius announced on November 12.

Singapore Navy receives its first German-built Invincible-class submarine

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) welcomed the induction of the Invincible-class submarine, Impeccable, in a homecoming ceremony held at RSS Singapura-Changi Naval Base on July 20.

Air Defender 23 – NATO kicks off its largest air exercise ever in Germany

More than 250 aircraft and 10,000 personnel from 24 NATO countries began a two-week military exercise on June 12 in what is being called s the largest deployment of aircraft in the alliance’s history.

German court convicts five men for $123 million museum jewel heist

The court determined that the group was responsible for the theft of 18th-century jewelry, including a large diamond brooch and a diamond epaulet during a museum heist in November 2019.

Allies pledge more military aid as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy visits UK, France and Germany

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited key allies, including the UK, France, Germany and Italy, during his European tour, where he secured commitments to increased military aid.

Germany’s Parliament approves €1.5 billion order for Puma combat vehicles

In a significant move towards strengthening its armed forces, the German Parliament gave its approval for the purchase of 50 Puma infantry fighting vehicles, amounting to €1.5 billion ($1.7 billion).

Deutschland-Ticket: Germany launches €49 monthly ticket for nationwide public transport

From May 2023, commuters across Germany can enjoy unlimited travel on all municipal buses, subways, and trams for only €49 ($54) per month.

US and Germany to send advanced battle tanks to Ukraine

The US announced to send 31 M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, while Germany is sending 14 Leopard 2 tanks to the Russia-Ukraine battlefield.

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South Korea’s KAI signs $1.4 billion deal to launch mass production of homegrown KF-21 fighter jets

Nine years after the development of South Korea’s KF-21 Boramae began, the Korean government finalized a significant deal with Korea Aerospace Industries for the production of 20 fighter jets