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Trump vs Merz and US withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany: What’s behind move

Trump vs Merz and US withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany: What’s behind move

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The Iran-US war has put to test Washington’s allegiance with other countries especially the NATO allies in Europe. Germany might be the latest highlight in this as the Pentagon announced the drawdown from Germany, its largest European base, on Saturday. Track updates on Iran US war US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany (REUTERS) The timing of the troop exit is interesting as it comes days after US President Donald Trump sparred with German chancellor Friedrich Merz as he questioned Washington’s exit strategy in the Middle East. Though Trump had called for a reduced military presence in Germany since his first term and has repeatedly urged Europe to take responsibility for its defence, the sudden exit hints at strained ties. Also read: ‘We’re not like India’: Pakistan minister admits to no strategic oil reserves, says stocks for only ‘5-7 days’ The war that started with joint US-Israel strikes on Iran on February 28 has threatened global energy supplies. The heads of several countries are concerned as rising energy prices are rendering huge blows to economies. For …

On Day 2 of India trip, German Chancellor visits IISc, Bosch in Bengaluru| India News

On Day 2 of India trip, German Chancellor visits IISc, Bosch in Bengaluru| India News

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday visited Bengaluru, as part of his two-day visit to India, which began in Ahmedabad with meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz receives a warm welcome upon his arrival at Kempegowda International Airport, in Bengaluru on Tuesday. (Arun Kumar Rao) The German chancellor, who visited Bengaluru for “engagements focusing on business and technological collaboration between India and Germany”, was welcomed at the Kempegowda International Airport by minister for large and medium industries MB Patil. The minister presented a small sandalwood replica of an elephant as a token of welcome. During his four- hour stay in Bengaluru, Merz visited the campus of the German technology firm Bosch at Adugodi and the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). As part of security arrangements for Merz’s visit, city police commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh declared a “temporary no-fly zone” for drones, unmanned aerial vehicles, glider aircraft, and all small aircraft around the Bosch and IISc campuses. The media was not …

Karnataka LoP criticises Congress govt for ‘prioritising’ Rahul Gandhi over German Chancellor’s visit| India News

Karnataka LoP criticises Congress govt for ‘prioritising’ Rahul Gandhi over German Chancellor’s visit| India News

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Karnataka Assembly Leader of Opposition R Ashoka criticised the state government’s top leadership for “prioritising” party leader Rahul Gandhi’s transit at Mysuru airport over German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit. R Ashoka (HT_PRINT) Questioning Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar for missing Merz’s visit, the BJP leader alleged that they prioritised “high command pleasing” over the state’s global standing. R Ashoka further termed their actions as a “missed opportunity” for investment, industry, employment and long-term growth for Karnataka. Highlighting the significance of the German Chancellor’s visit, he said, “Any other responsible Chief Minsiter would have personally ensured that such a visit was accorded the seriousness it deserved – as an opportunity for investment, industry, employment and long-term growth for Karnataka.” Also Read | Modi welcomes German Chancellor Merz to Sabarmati Ashram on first official India visit “While the German Chancellor landed in Bengaluru, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar chose to be in Mysuru to receive Rahul Gandhi, who was merely transiting to Ooty,” he added in a post …

Watch: PM Modi, German Chancellor Fly Kite Depicting Lord Hanuman At In Gujarat | India News

Watch: PM Modi, German Chancellor Fly Kite Depicting Lord Hanuman At In Gujarat | India News

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Last Updated:January 12, 2026, 11:05 IST PM Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz were seen flying a kite depicting Lord Hanuman at the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and PM Modi German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Gujarat on Monday as part of his two-day visit to India and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the day. As part of the visit, the two leaders took part in the International Kite Festival at the Sabarmati riverfront, where they were seen flying a kite depicting Lord Hanuman, drawing attention to the cultural aspect of the programme. After the festival, PM Modi and Chancellor Merz were scheduled to travel to Mahatma Mandir for formal bilateral talks aimed at strengthening India–Germany ties. Location : Gujarat, India, India First Published: January 12, 2026, 11:05 IST News india Watch: PM Modi, German Chancellor Fly Kite Depicting Lord Hanuman At In Gujarat Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any …

Friedrich Merz Elected German Chancellor After Initial Shock Defeat

Friedrich Merz Elected German Chancellor After Initial Shock Defeat

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Berlin: German conservative leader Friedrich Merz was elected chancellor by parliament on Tuesday in a second round of voting after his new alliance with the centre-left Social Democrats was dealt a surprise defeat in the first attempt. Merz’s failure to win parliamentary backing at the first time of asking was a first for post-war Germany and an embarrassment for a man who has promised to revive economic growth at a time of global turbulence. His CDU/CSU alliance won February’s federal election and secured a coalition deal with the center-left Social Democrats. Their deal has mapped out plans to revive growth, such as reducing corporate taxes and lowering energy prices. It is also promising strong support for Ukraine and higher military spending. Merz, 69, who began his political career as a European lawmaker in 1989, has yet to demonstrate his leadership abilities in the political executive as his appointment marks his first time holding a government office. Only one minister from the previous government will retain his position, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius. The rest of Merz’s …

Hamas Beats NATO Security, Plans Big Attack In Germany? Israel Embassy, US Army Base Maps Found In…

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Published on May 26, 2024 07:35 PM IST German authorities disclosed that Hamas operatives, arrested in December last year, had planned to launch attacks against the Israeli embassy in Berlin and a US military installation in Western Germany, as reported by the German newspaper Welt am Sonntag. One of the Hamas militants who was captured had the targets on his smartphone. Watch INTERNATIONAL NEWS #germany #hamas #israeliembassy #us #usmilitarybase #berlin #hamasmilitants #hamasoperatives #arrest #investigation #map #targets #olafscholz #benjaminnetanyahu #report Hindustan Times Videos brings all the News for the Global Indian under one umbrella. We break down news from across the globe from the unique lens of a Rising India. Tune in for Explainers, Opinions, Analysis and a 360 degree view of big events in India and the World which impact your present and future. Follow the Hindustan Times Channel on WhatsApp for News Alerts, Top Stories and Editor picks. Join Us Today – https://www.bit.ly/3PQ4kSv Subscribe to the Hindustan Times YT channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. Visit our …

Germany’s Scholz warns of the rise of right-wing populists ahead of upcoming EU elections | World News

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warned of threats posed by right-wing populists Saturday as he addressed a gathering of center-left European parties ahead of elections for the European Parliament in June. Scholz arrived in Romania’s capital Bucharest for a conference of the Party of European Socialists, part of the Socialists and Democrats group, the second biggest in the Parliament. Voters in the 27 EU member states go to the polls 6-9. “Right-wing populists are running election campaigns against our united Europe,” the German leader said at the Palace of the Parliament, which hosted the conference. “They are ready to destroy what we have built for the kids; they stir up sentiment against refugees and minorities.” Opinion polls indicate a significant shift to the right in the upcoming election, with the radical right Identity and Democracy group likely to gain enough seats to become the third largest group in the legislature, mainly at the expense of the Greens and the centrist Renew Europe group. Scholz said a prosperous EU capable of “getting things done” is “the best …