Speaking today in Berlin, the prime minister confirmed the reduction in civil service headcount to pre-pandemic levels would partly fund the defence spending uplift.
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Other German politicians have equally rebuked US President-elect Donald Trump over his demand that NATO's European members should more than double their defence spending.
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German government officials previously accused Musk of election interference as his endorsement comes weeks ahead of the country's general elections in February.
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, in his New Year’s Eve address, took a veiled swipe at tech billionaire Elon Musk for his vocal support of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. Scholz warned that Germany's future would not be shaped by the influence of social media moguls, emphasizing that decisions about the nation's direction should lie with the citizens, not external figures. In a pointed remark, Scholz stated that, despite the growing attention garnered by extreme opinions, the vast majority of reasonable and decent people will ultimately determine the course of the country. The Chancellor’s comments came in response to Musk’s controversial endorsement of AfD, which has drawn criticism from German officials for its extremist views.
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The German Chancellor delivered a pointed New Year's Eve address, insisting German citizens would decide the fate of the country themselves and encouraging unity in response to a recent attack in Magdeburg.
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Global leaders expressed mixed reactions to Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized peace through strength, while NATO highlighted increased defense spending. Israel’s Netanyahu celebrated a stronger alliance, and India’s Modi expressed enthusiasm for renewed collaboration. EU and Germany emphasized transatlantic ties, while Canada highlighted economic partnership amid tariff concerns. Trump’s return reignites international focus on diplomacy, alliances, and shared prosperity across the globe.
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German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis has allegedly cautioned Berlin that Donald Trump’s second term could undermine democracy in the US. In a confidential cable, Michaelis reportedly claimed Trump might centralize power, redefine the First Amendment, and misuse the media and law enforcement for political purposes. He also warned about potential domestic military deployment to fulfill campaign pledges. The cable highlights fears of diminished checks and balances, as Trump’s actions spark global concern, with allies like Elon Musk accused of fueling extreme right movements in Europe and the US.
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Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has hosted a lengthy conversation with the co-leader of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, Alice Weidel. Up 150 experts were expected to monitor the talk live-streamed on X on Thursday evening for potential violations of Germany’s election laws, according to Politico.
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