+++ German President Steinmeier visits #Lebanon 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6019AtkW3#Lebanon #NewsDE

Analyses show that opposition leader Alexei #Navalny, who died in a Russian prison two years ago, was killed by the nerve toxin epibatidine. Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said he was shocked by the findings. #NewsDE Read more 👇

⚰️ Two years ago, Kremlin opponent Navalny died in a penal camp. 💐 On the anniversary, there is also massive criticism of the repression in Russia, where there are hundreds of political prisoners. #NewsDE Get more #news from #Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/news

🤡 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...

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

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

+++ Germany to purchase combat drones with NATO partners 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6019AtkW3 #NewsDE

💬 What words will he choose? 🌐 Today, Chancellor Merz will open the @munsecconf.bsky.social with a speech. It is eagerly awaited, especially in view of the changing global political landscape. #NewsDE #MSC2026 #MSC More 👇 www.deutschland.de/en/news/merz...

⚠️ The @munsecconf.bsky.social is no stranger to crises and wars. 🌐 But this time, there is even more at stake: the most profound upheaval in the world order since the end of the Cold War. #NewsDE #MSC #MSC2026 #MunichSecurityConference More news from #Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/news

🚑 🚁 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

🗣️ Fresh perspectives on big questions: three Munich Young Leaders talk about multilateralism, economic influence, and why strong international law protects us all. 👉 What role should Germany take on now? www.deutschland.de/en/topic/pol... #MSC2026

🚀 Munich start-up tests hypersonic rocket: The test flight is a surprise: Hypersonica is pushing into a field where only a handful of countries have—or are developing—hypersonic rockets. Could this reshape the military balance of power? 👇 #NewsDE

+++ Klöckner in #Israel: “I come as a friend” 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/63327AtXst#Israel #NewsDE

🪖 Since January 2026, new regulations for #militaryservice have been in effect in Germany. The goal is to strengthen the #Bundeswehr. 👉 Mandatory or voluntary? This is the new military service.

🎉 Trump, Merz and Pistorius will once again be featured on the floats in Mainz's Rose Monday parade in 2026. 🔎 This time, there will be more flashing lights than usual. But one person is missing. #NewsDE Get more #news from #Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/news

+++ Bundestag President Klöckner travelling to #Israel 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/63328At3EY#Israel #NewsDE

🌑 Germany’s new lunar mission hub. 🚀 The new control centre for #lunar missions as well as prospective Mars missions is to be built in Oberpfaffenhofen in #Bavaria. What exactly is behind this visionary project? 👇 #NewsDE

🪖 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...

🌍 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

+++ “Polarstern” embarks on new Antarctic expedition 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6012As5lo #NewsDE

⏱️🛷 A lead of 0.596 seconds – it couldn't have been any closer for Max Langenhan. 🥇 The luge world champion won Germany's first #gold medal at the Winter #Olympics in Italy. But that wasn't all 👇 #NewsDE

⛷️ The ski jumper Philipp Beckmann jumps over 100 metres. 🗣️ “My first thought up there was: that’s pretty high” 👉 He talks about how he handles fear and the things he learns at the skiing boarding school in Willingen. www.deutschland.de/en/topic/lif...

🕊️ Thousands gathered at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate to demonstrate for freedom in #Iran. Up to 10,000 people showed #solidarity against the regime in Tehran. Supported by 340 international organisations, the peaceful protest gave a voice to the people in Iran. More 👇 #NewsDE

🎿 The Winter #Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo opened with a colourful three-hour spectacle. 🇩🇪 185 #German athletes are competing, with flag bearer Katharina #Schmid calling it “a really special moment.” More 👇 #NewsDE

🥇❄️ Laura Nolte will never forget Beijing 2022: Olympic gold, and the title of the youngest bobsleigh Olympics champion ever. Next stop: one more Olympic gold in Milano Cortina. 👉 Learn more about her goals, motivation and failure www.deutschland.de/en/topic/lif...

+++ Chancellor #Merz: “We don’t place the Gulf states under general suspicion” 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/63327As5lZ#Merz #NewsDE

📈 There are increasing signs of an upcoming turnaround in German industry. Large orders are bolstering the economy. 🗣 According to analysts, industry is likely to be the driver of growth once again in 2026. More 👇 #NewsDE

❄️⛷️The German winter has more to offer than just ski slopes and sledging runs. Discover some less traditional activities like airboarding. www.deutschland.de/en/topic/lif...

+++ 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

🚀 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

❄️⛷️Millions of people love #winter sports - driving an entire industry. From quality skiing gear like Völkl to trusted outdoor clothing from Schöffel. These companies are an integral part of #Germany’s winter landscape.

Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to reduce dependence on China and the US and is therefore visiting the Gulf region. To kick things off, he is meeting someone whom Western heads of government have long shunned. #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

+++ #Merz is setting off today for his first trip to the economically strong and strategically important #Gulf region. 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/63323As1dL#Merz#Gulf#NewsDE

🎗️ 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

+++ #Wadephul establishes relations with South Pacific island of #Niue 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/63327AS4ht#Wadephul#Niue#NewsDE

🪖 The #Bundeswehr is due to become more responsive and innovative. 🗣️ Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stressed the need for technical flexibility and creativity at the opening of a Bundeswehr innovation centre near #Munich. 👇 Read more #NewsDE

🍺 Germany's beer market shrank more than ever before last year. With sales below pre-coronavirus levels, brewery bankruptcies seem inevitable. Get more #news from #Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/new#news#Germany#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...

🇩🇪 In 2025, significantly more refugees left Germany voluntarily and with financial support than in the preceding years. 🇸🇾 One key factor is the resumption of funded voluntary repatriations to Syria. 👇 Read more #NewsDE

🇩🇪🇸🇦 Germany and Saudi Arabia want to work more closely together on energy, hydrogen and innovation. 🤝 A number of companies are also strengthening cooperation. Get more news from Germany: www.deutschland.de/en/new #NewsDE

🇷🇺 Satire on trial: #Russia sues German carnival float builder Jacques Tilly over satirical Putin motifs. ⚖️The #trial has been postponed until the end of February. 👇 Read more

Germany is working on a new energy partnership with Saudi Arabia 🇩🇪🇸🇦, strengthening cooperation on energy, innovation and sustainable solutions. #NewsDE www.deutschland.de/en/news/reic...#NewsDE

🎨 Discover 120 years of German design history. From Bauhaus minimalism to bold 1950s colors and modern flair. www.deutschland.de/en/topic/cul...

Final bound! 🇩🇪🤾‍♂️ Germany has reached the final of the European Men’s Handball Championship after an impressive semi-final win. One step away from the title! #NewsDE www.deutschland.de/en/news/euro...

🇺🇦 In view of Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine’s electricity and heat infrastructure, Germany has topped up its winter aid for #Ukraine. ♨️ As a first step, two thermal power stations were handed over in Kyiv. 👇 Read more #NewsDE

The #EU has designated Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a #terrorist organisation after their violent crackdown on anti-government protests. Thousands of people have been killed. Germany’s Foreign Minister Wadephul @aussenminister.diplo.de welcomed the step, calling it long overdue. #Iran

✨ Kitschy Couture is back at Berlin Fashion Week 2026. The label by Abarna Kugathasan mixes Tamil roots, Pforzheim vibes and colourful “kitsch” to tell powerful stories of identity and migration. www.deutschland.de/en/topic/cul...

+++ German automotive manufacturers defend their top position in Europe 🇩🇪 Here you will find the most important information on Germany's foreign policy and international relations. 👉 spkl.io/6019Annmf #NewsDe

🤾‍♂️ In the decisive main round match, the German #handball team put in a strong performance and rewarded themselves with a place in the semi-finals. #NewsDe