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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1913, The 1913 Romanian Army cholera outbreak during the Second Balkan War starts. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1996, Pandro S. Berman, American director, producer, and production manager (born 1905) passed away. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. In 2003, French DGSE personnel abort an operation to rescue Íngrid Betancourt from FARC rebels in Colombia, causing a political scandal when details are leaked to the press. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2012, Jerzy Kulej, Polish boxer and politician (born 1940) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

NATO: Can Germany make a difference? | DW News

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Germany was once criticized as NATO's weak link on defense spending. At the summit in Ankara, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is trying to show that Berlin has turned a corner. But will it be enough for Donald Trump? #DReel For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

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DW News

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· Jun 29, 2026

Germany’s stateside charm offensive before NATO summit | DW News

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul underscored the importance of NATO's collective security guarantees ahead of talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Burden-sharing within the defense alliance has been in focus, as Washington calls on Europeans to step up their support. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #germany #nato #wadephul

Ariana News

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· Jun 25, 2026

Tahawol: Germany’s defense of engagement with IEA discussed

The post Tahawol: Germany’s defense of engagement with IEA discussed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

DawnNews English

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· Jul 8, 2026

WATCH: Merz Speaks After NATO Summit | German Chancellor Addresses Key Decisions | Dawn News English

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed the media following the NATO summit, outlining the alliance's key decisions on European security, defense spending, and transatlantic cooperation. His remarks come as NATO members confront evolving geopolitical challenges, including the war in Ukraine and broader regional security concerns. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #merz #germany #nato #europe #ukraine #geopolitics #worldnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

News.az

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· Jul 1, 2026

Rutte: Germany makes strong contributions to NATO security - VIDEO

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Deutschland.de

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· Jun 23, 2026

Bundeswehr exercise in Lithuania

Current information about Germany’s foreign policy and foreign relations.

Drudge Report

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· Jun 26, 2026

VLAD PLOTS MOVE ON NATO?

VLAD PLOTS MOVE ON NATO? (Main headline, 4th story, link) Related stories:UKRAINE BOMBARDS RUSSIA660-DRONE ATTACKARMADA OVERWHELMING PUTIN Drudge Report Feed needs your support! Become a Patron

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 8, 2026

More STRIKES on Iran. Kurt Volker, Former US Ambassador To NATO on GNT

On Global News Today, Tom Burges Watson speaks with former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker as President Donald Trump declares the US-Iran memorandum of understanding is "all but over" following a fresh exchange of strikes. The program examines the latest military escalation between the United States and Iran, the prospects for diplomacy, and what the renewed fighting means for regional security. With NATO leaders gathered in Türkiye, the discussion also explores how the Iran crisis is shaping the alliance's agenda alongside Ukraine, defense spending, and transatlantic unity. Guest: Kurt Volker – Former US Ambassador to NATO and Former US Special Envoy for Ukraine Negotiations #BreakingNews #Iran #Trump #US #NATO #Israel #Tehran #Washington #StraitOfHormuz #Ukraine #Turkey #MiddleEast #Geopolitics

POLITICO

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· Jul 5, 2026

Bonus episode: Ernstfall — What if Russia attacks NATO?

Today, we’re bringing you a special bonus episode from our colleagues at WELT. Originally released in German, Ernstfall is now available in English. What if Russia attacked NATO? How would Germany respond? And where are our weaknesses? We wanted answers. In a wargame, we simulate an attack on NATO’s eastern flank. Politicians, former military officials, []

Reuters

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· Jun 30, 2026

NATO joins US drills as Washington questions alliance

NATO joins exercises off the US coast, even as the Trump administration questions the alliance's value. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #USA #NATO #alliance #drill #geopolitics Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4g9JBa1 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 5, 2026

Germany ramps up rearmament to build Europe's largest conventional military

Germany is accelerating its military build-up, aiming to field Europe's largest conventional force by the early 2030s. Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to meet a 3.5 percent NATO spending target agreed at The Hague, requiring a constitutional change to allow increased borrowing. Around 4,800 troops will be permanently stationed in Lithuania by next year. Opposition party Die Linke warns the rearmament drive risks triggering a dangerous spiral but remains a minority voice in parliament. Al Jazeera's Dominic Kane reports from Berlin, Germany. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #Germany #SteadfastDart2026 #Quadriga2026 #Bundeswehr #GermanRearmament #FriedrichMerz #NatoEasternFlank #LithuaniaDeployment #NatoForceIntegration #EuropeanDefence

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 8, 2026

Erdogan urges NATO allies to lift defence industry restrictions at summit

ANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that NATO allies must lift defence-industry restrictions among them, pressing the case for Ankara to break into some Europe-only initiatives.Restrictions among allies on defence cooperation, especially in the defence industry, must be lifted, Erdogan told the opening of a summit of NATO leaders in Ankara.At a time when a model of cooperation based on common sense and reason is possible, excluding allies that are not members of the (European) Union would lead to artificial divisions in Europe.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 6, 2026

Rutte: A stronger Europe in a stronger NATO as defense spending rises

Rutte: A stronger Europe in a stronger NATO as defense spending rises

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