Chancellor Merz: "Emmanuel Macron and I have established a nuclear steering group in which we coordinate on deterrence issues. We intend to take concrete steps before the end of this year, including conventional German participation in French nuclear exercises."

4 years of bravery. 4 years of sacrifice. 4 years of unbreakable spirit. 4 years of defending freedom. For us. For you. For #Ukraine. For Europe. We 🇩🇪🇫🇷🇵🇱 stand behind you 🇺🇦 - as long as it takes.

🇩🇪 Federal Chancellor Merz: pressure on #Russia must be increased. 🗣️ #Merz describes Russia’s hostilities against #Ukraine as “barbaric” and pledges to continue to stand firmly by Ukraine’s side. #NewsDE

⚕️Germany strengthens health risk response: the University Medicine Network (NUM) aims to advance global health research. 🗣️ Research Minister Dorothee Bär described the step as an important signal for research. How does the network contribute to global health research?👇 #NewsDE

Ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Group of 5 🇵🇱🇩🇪🇫🇷🇮🇹🇬🇧 met in Poland, alongside 🇪🇺's @kajakallas.bsky.social & NATO's Deputy Secretary General Šekerinska. On the agenda: 🇺🇦 Continued support for Ukraine 🌐 Defence against hybrid threats 🛡️ New ways of combatting drones

The Winter Olympic Games 2026 came to an end yesterday. During two weeks of competitions on snow and ice, German athletes have won 26 medals (8🥇, 10🥈, 8🥉). Congratulations on this great achievement 🎉. We are looking forward to the Paralympic Winter Games in March.

Team Germany swept the 2-man bobsleigh podium at the Milan Cortina Olympics, clinching Gold, Silver and Bronze. The impressive feat was the second Olympic sweep in bobsled history: Germany did the same at the 2022 Winter Olympics. #MilanoCortina2026 #Olympics

🚑 🚁 A flying ambulance: A German start-up wants to bring a flying vertical take-off aircraft to series production by 2031. 🏥 The aircraft, equipped with a hybrid engine, is being developed by a company near Munich. #NewsDE Get more #news from #Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/news

At the Munich Security Conference, Federal chancellor Merz argues for a reset of transatlantic relations. US Secretary of State Rubio strikes a conciliatory tone but sticks to clear demands. 👇 #NewsDE #MSC2026 #MSC #MunichSecurityConference

Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul described the speech by his US counterpart Marco Rubio in Munich as a “good start” for future constructive talks, but rejects further US demands of Europe. 👇 #NewsDE #MSC2026 #MSC #MunichSecurityConference

🤡 Russian criminal proceedings over German cardboard 🏛️ German carnival float builder Jacques Tilly has been charged in Russia for a satirical carnival sculpture. How is he feeling about it? 👇 www.deutschland.de/en/topic/pol...

An agentic AI that massively speeds up planning and approval procedures of hydrogen infrastructure projects has won Germany the Best Use of AI in Government Services award. The code, developed by Germany's Ministry of Digital Transformation, will now be open-sourced for wider use.

Germany will offer grants of up to €6000 for new electric cars, in a drive to benefit the environment, families and the car industry. The €3bn scheme is linked to household income. Families in particular are set to profit from the grants. #GermanClimateAction

🌍 Conflicts in #Europe, power politics replacing rules, and an unpredictable U.S. president. 👉 Germany is redefining its security policy. What does this mean in practice? www.deutschland.de/en/topic/pol...#Europe

🪖 Germany is making major investments in the Bundeswehr’s personnel, equipment, and technology. 👉 What are the key priorities? Here’s a concise overview. www.deutschland.de/en/topic/pol...

🚀 Deutsche Telekom has opened one of Europe’s largest #AI factories in Munich. 🗣️ Federal Chancellor #Merz praised #Telekom and Nvidia’s plans as “a significant step in terms of Germany’s digital sovereignty and economic future”. More 👇 #NewsDE

+++ Germany’s Foreign Minister #Wadephul and #Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong strengthen strategic Critical Minerals Alliance. 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/63329AsTod#Wadephul#Australia#NewsDE

🪖 The German-led Lithuania Brigade is continuing to grow and is reinforcing #NATO’s eastern border. 🗣️ “We see the Lithuania #Brigade as a crucial military contribution to deterrence and defence,” says German Defence Minister Boris #Pistorius. More 👇 #NewsDE

🥇🎿 The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina (Feb 6-22) are here. Watch Franziska Preuß go for biathlon, Francesco Friedrich chase bobsleigh & Leon Draisaitl is competing in ice hockey. www.deutschland.de/en/topic/lif...

🎗️ Today is World Cancer Day, a reminder of the global efforts to improve cancer prevention. Germany is playing an active role in this effort, investing heavily in innovative therapies. 🧬Cancer research in particular is benefiting from this AI-technology. More 👇 #WorldCancerDay

⚡At the North Sea Summit in Hamburg, the North Sea neighbouring states have pledged to massively expand wind power. 📈 Thousands of additional wind farms are to be built and 91,000 jobs created. 👇 Read more #NewsDe

🎤She is one of the last: Holocaust survivor and witness Tova Friedman speaks in the German Parliament. 🏛️The occasion is the traditional memorial service for the victims of the Nazi regime. More 👇 #NewsDE www.deutschland.de/en/news/holo...

Now the German Armed Forces too. In the conflict over #Greenland fuelled by the US, #Germany is sending a reconnaissance team to the huge Arctic island – as part of a larger mission. Get more #news from #Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/new#Greenland#Germany#news#Germany#NewsDE

+++ #Wadephul: rulers in #Iran have no legitimacy 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6019Annmf#Wadephul#Iran#NewsDE

🍀 #Happiness doesn't have to be far away – often it's right on your doorstep. 🇩🇪 Whether it's a sports club, library, pub or park bench: in #Germany, places of happiness are scattered everywhere. 👇 Find out more

+++ Wadephul visits #US to promote partnership and German interests 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6019Annmf#US #NewsDE

+++ #Wadephul visits Iceland to discuss security in the #Arctic 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6019Annmf#Wadephul#Arctic#NewsDE

🇩🇪 Demand for electric cars picked up significantly in Germany last year. 🚗 More than 545,000 new battery electric vehicles (BEV) were registered in 2025. 👇 Read more #NewsDE

🌍 Sustainable #tourism is gaining momentum in #Germany! 🚴 More and more travelers and providers are focusing on eco-friendly and socially responsible travel options. Read more 👉 spkl.io/63326AW8hq#tourism#Germany#FactsAboutGermany

🎉 Europe’s biggest airline is celebrating its milestone anniversary and opening a new visitor centre. ✈️ The German airline stock company “Deutsche Luft Hansa Aktiengesellschaft” was founded exactly one hundred years ago in Berlin. 👇 Read more #NewsDE

🇩🇪 Konrad #Adenauer was the first #Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany and had a decisive influence on the country in its early years. 🏛️ Born 150 years ago, he stands for Western integration and a stable #democracy that we still enjoy today. 👇 Learn more about his legacy

🇩🇪 A new #survey shows which foreign policy issues are particularly important to Germans. 🇪🇺 🛡️ #Europe and #defence are clearly at the top of the list of priorities. 👇 Find out more #NewsDE

🕯️Following the terrorist attack on a #Jewish community in Sydney during Hanukkah, hundreds of people gathered in Berlin to mark the start of the festival. 🔯The gathering was attended by Federal President #Steinmeier, and the Chief #Rabbi of the State of #Israel, Kalman Meir Ber. 👇More #NewsDE

Talks between the Ukrainian and American delegations were held at Berlin's Federal Chancellery yesterday. Chancellor Merz: "We want a lasting peace in Ukraine. Difficult questions lie ahead, but we are determined to move forward".

Berlin becomes the new stage for Ukraine talks: the US and Ukraine are meeting today with European participation to discuss an end to Russia’s war of aggression – initially at adviser level and in a closed session. Read more 👇 #NewsDE

Human rights under pressure: 85% of people live in countries with restricted freedom of expression & assembly; torture is documented in 140+ states; discrimination targets women, LGBTIQ* & & minorities. Germany protects human rights – 365 days a year.

We were delighted to welcome the delegation from Baden-Württemberg to Ireland.🇮🇪🇩🇪 AI is reshaping medtech - Thanks to Minister of State Niamh Smyth, T.D., for the exchange and to the German-Irish Chamber of Industry and Commerce for organising the meetings with companies!

🇩🇪 🏛️ According to the #GlobalPeaceIndex, Germany is one of the safest countries in the world. But how is #security achieved? 🤝 The #rule of law ensures stability with clear procedures, independent courts and a strong police force. 👇 Find out more

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is due to hold a bilateral meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin and pay a courtesy call to President Catherine Connolly before addressing a joint sitting of the Oireachtas | Follow live

🇺🇦 is fighting for its #freedom, but it is also fighting for the freedom of all of Europe, emphasized @aussenminister.diplo.de in Brussels. #Germany is increasing its military aid for 2026 by an additional 3 billion euros. As #EU, we agree: Putin must end its aggression—without preconditions.

🛰️ Germany has unveiled its first space security strategy, covering all areas relevant to 🇩🇪's security - space projects with int'l partners, expansion of satellite networks & efforts to promote responsible state behaviour in space. Protecting space is key for Germany's security.

Germany will support the Tropical Forest Forever Facility with €1 billion. This was announced by the German delegation at #COP30 in Belem, Brasil. #GermanClimateAction

🇩🇪 Germany is providing €1 billion for a new fund to protect tropical #rainforests over the next ten years. 🌴 The aim is to protect the ‘lungs of the planet’ and reward countries for preserving their #forests. 👇 Find out more #NewsDe

In November 1945, the world watched as top Nazi leaders faced justice in Courtroom 600. Over 218 hearing days, witnesses, and evidence of all kinds revealed the horrors of the Holocaust. Explore the full story 👇 www.deutschland.de/en/topic/pol...

70 years of the Bundeswehr 🇩🇪 👇 Since 1955, Germany’s armed forces have evolved from national defence to international cooperation. #Bundeswehr70 #Germany www.deutschland.de/en/topic/pol...

🇧🇷 🌎 From 10th to 21st November, the world will be meeting in Belém, Brazil, at #COP30. 🤝 As a result of the dangers of the #ClimateCrisis, decisive measures are being discussed. 👇 Discover more

🌎 “Climate #protection costs money, but inactivity costs infinitely more,” says State Secretary Jochen #Flasbarth. 🤝 Germany contributes over six billion euros annually to international #climate action. 👇 Learn more

Yesterday evening, with Holocaust Awareness Ireland, we hosted an Evening of Reflection and Music to mark Kristallnacht - one of Germany’s darkest moments. We were honoured to hear descendants of Holocaust survivors share their families’ powerful stories. 🕯️ #NeverForget #Kristallnacht

Our Ambassador joined today the conference “Security and Democracy in the Shadow of Russia’s War Against Ukraine.” 🇩🇪 Germany stands with Ukraine - upholding international law, strengthening defence, and working with partners to protect Europe’s security. #StandWithUkraine

This week our Ambassador spoke at #WHTC2025, highlighting Germany’s leadership in the green transition through long-term investment in sustainability. 🇩🇪🇮🇪 Ireland is emerging as a green hydrogen hub for Europe - together paving the way for a greener future. #Hydrogen