Germany Seeks Active Role to Ensure Inclusive Afghan Peace Process
The Germans believe only an all-Afghan peace process can protect the gains made since 2001.
Military
Russian Missile Treaty Violation Is a Wake-up Call for Europe
Europe may not want a repeat of the Cold War, but it has to come to terms with reality.
Different Player, Same Game
Donald Trump hoped to improve relations with Russia. He is reverting to the same policy as his predecessors.
German Policymakers Worry About Losing Afghan Gains
Voters are tired of the war, but policymakers worry about the consequences of withdrawal.
With German Support, A European Army Looks More Likely
Chancellor Angela Merkel joins France’s call for an EU fighting force.
Nine EU Countries Establish Joint Military Intervention Force
The new force is a win for France, which has long called for closer defense cooperation in Europe.
Germany Will Continue to Play Second-Tier Military Role
Why recent pledges for more involvement will not be followed up on.
Please Don’t Worry About World War III
Neither Russia nor the United States has a reason to escalate in the war in Syria.
Airstrikes in Syria, Explained
The targets, the weapons involved, reactions from around the world and analysis in the United States.
France Eyes Non-EU Military Force, Trump Governs by Bluffing
Defense cooperation outside the EU would allow the United Kingdom to participate.
EU Defense Union Worries Americans, Social Democrats Rally the Troops
American officials caution against weakening NATO. Germany’s Social Democrats rally support for another grand coalition.
EU Countries Deepen Military Cooperation Outside NATO
Countries agree to raise defense spending and pool procurement.
Chemical Weapons in Syria Would Cross Red Line: Macron
The new French president sets a red line and criticizes Barack Obama for not enforcing his.
Quit Talking About World War III
Nobody wants another world war, and world wars don’t happen by accident.
Bashar Assad’s Big Push to Recover His Eastern Border
With Western-backed forces closing in on Mosul and Raqqa, Syria’s dictator can take advantage of the Islamic State’s weakness.