Merz says Germany must adapt as ties with Washington worsen, framing the strain as a security challenge and an opening for reform.
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian border regions have caused civilian casualties and prompted significant military responses, escalating tensions and raising security concerns.
The US military has conducted its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets to curb threats to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating hostilities.
Russia launched multiple attacks across Ukraine on July 2, causing civilian deaths and injuries and damaging homes and critical infrastructure in several regions.
German authorities have granted asylum to Russian anti-war activist Ilya Shkolny after a three-year legal battle marked by refusals and advocacy efforts.
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv kill nine, damage residential buildings and Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, amidst ongoing conflict and infrastructure disruptions.
Ukrainian President Zelensky engaged Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner in active diplomatic talks aiming to accelerate an end to the war with Russia.
Ukraine apologized to Greece for a maritime drone carrying explosives found near Lefkada Island, attributing the incident to consequences of Russian aggression in the region.
Iran has delivered a 14-point peace proposal to the U.S., demanding troop withdrawals, sanctions relief, and reparations, while Washington remains doubtful about its acceptance.
The US notifies European allies of significant arms shipment delays as it prioritizes replenishing military stockpiles depleted by conflict with Iran, impacting NATO partners and Ukraine.