The proposal comes as Europe scrambles to ramp up its defense capabilities following U.S. President Donald Trump’s warnings that Washington could withdraw its security guarantees. The shift has prompted European leaders to revive their military production lines,

Friedrich Merz, the chancellor-in-waiting, has the in-tray from hell as country tries to cope with increasing economic downturn

Israel must meet international obligations regarding the provision of humanitarian aid for the people of Gaza, the foreign ministers of Britain, France and Germany said in a joint statement on Wednesday.

Germany and France have defied the broader market downturn, emerging as standout performers. A rally in France-listed stocks propelled the country ahead of the UK and Canada in market capitalisation,

Northern European countries traditionally unenthusiastic about higher spending are wary of Germany’s new-found desire to splash the cash.