Kretschmer criticizes lottery procedure in military service debate
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer considers the proposed lottery system for military service to be unsuitable. What he particularly misses in the current debate.
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Panter for open debate on the arms industry
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs is promoting a differentiated discussion about the establishment of armaments companies in the state. He also has the special assets of the federal government in mind.
CDU politician wants former NVA soldiers as reservists
Hundreds of thousands served as soldiers in the GDR army. Their service ended when the NVA was disbanded. So in an emergency, they could not help the Bundeswehr. Is that still in keeping with the times?
Voigt praises "new cooperation" between federal government and eastern states
The Thuringian head of government sees the meeting with Chancellor Merz as a new start for cooperation between the federal government and the eastern German states. The topics at the center of the meeting.
Eastern countries want to benefit from billions in armaments
Massive investments are to be made in Germany's defense capabilities. The Minister Presidents demand that the East should be given an appropriate share - and meet with understanding from the Chancellor.
Haseloff calls for relaxation of the ban on combustion engines
Minister President Haseloff warns against overly rigid rules regarding the ban on combustion engines. The eastern states also discuss the future of industrial sectors. A dispute over a river looms at the conference.
Pistorius comes to MPK East
The meeting of East German heads of government at Ettersburg Castle near Weimar will also focus on the turning point and defense structures. Prominent visitors have been announced.
Left-wing politician: NVA soldiers could also be reservists
They served in the defunct socialist German state. Today, 35 years later, can NVA soldiers not join the reserves of the Bundeswehr?
Kretschmer wants to strengthen the arms industry in Saxony
Minister President Kretschmer wants to strengthen the Saxon arms industry and is calling for targeted support from the federal government. There is criticism from the opposition.
BSW parliamentary group criticizes plans for military service
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance wants to spend money on education, health and civil infrastructure rather than on armaments and defense. The BSW rejects renewed compulsory military service.
BSW wants clarification on the German operational plan
The Operational Plan Germany is a concept for defense. It regulates the role of the Bundeswehr and its interaction with civilian authorities. But what impact does it have on the population?
Panter wants to attract more defense companies to Saxony
When armaments companies look for new locations, there is sometimes resistance from the population. Nevertheless, Saxony's new Minister of Economic Affairs is encouraging investment from the arms and security industry.
Zwickau city council withdraws ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr
The ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces in Zwickau was met with fierce criticism. However, the city council only corrected its decision under pressure from the municipal supervisory authority.
Kretschmer: Involve people more in the military service debate
In the Prime Minister's view, a citizens' council like the one on nutrition could also be an instrument with regard to the discussion on military service.
District authority overturns ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr
Zwickau has caused a stir nationwide with a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. However, the municipal supervisory authority has now overturned the city council's decision. These are the reasons.
Kretschmer: Reforms must follow financial package
An amendment to the Basic Law is necessary for the black-red billion euro financial package. The debate is currently underway in the Bundesrat.
Kretschmer defends debt package and criticizes Europeans
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer believes the special fund is the right thing to do. However, he also wants to solve other obstacles to growth. He has a clear message for Europeans on the war in Ukraine.
Almost a quarter more new soldiers from Saxony
Significantly more new soldiers have joined the Bundeswehr in Bavaria. However, despite an increase in recruitment, the force is shrinking.
Council in favor of a ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr in Zwickau - mayor against
The mayor of Zwickau is not giving up: she considers the council's decision to ban advertising for the Bundeswehr on municipal land to be unlawful. Now the district office has to decide.
Union politicians optimistic about exploratory talks with the SPD
Following the scandal between US President Trump and Ukrainian head of state Selensky, the exploratory talks in Berlin are also under increased time pressure. They continue in the afternoon.
Körber: Ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr leaves us stunned
The city of Zwickau is once again attracting fierce criticism. The reason is the city council's adherence to a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. What does the city leadership do now?
Zwickau reaffirms ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr
The Bundeswehr advertises for new recruits on posters, at trade fairs and on the Internet. In Zwickau, they also use camouflage streetcars. But for how much longer?
Special meeting on Bundeswehr advertising ban in Zwickau
The city of Zwickau has caused a stir with a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. Now the city council has to discuss the issue again.
Milbradt sees Germany as insufficiently protected militarily
Saxony Former President Georg Milbradt is considered to have in-depth knowledge of Ukraine. He has been advising authorities there for a long time on administrative development on behalf of the German government. Now he is very worried.
Dispute over Bundeswehr advertising ban in Zwickau
Zwickau is still arguing about a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. After the city council followed a motion by the BSW, Mayor Arndt lodged an objection.
Leipzig's defensive personnel tight ahead of top match against Mönchengladbach
Leipzig welcome a welcome guest in Gladbach on Saturday evening, who are still winless in Saxony. However, RB has a personnel problem.
Military unit from Saxony-Anhalt on a training trip to Bavaria
In the coming days, long columns of the German Armed Forces will be on the road from the Altmark to Bavaria. Road users are asked to pay particular attention.
Security authorities warn of incendiary devices in air freight
German security authorities are warning of "unconventional incendiary devices" sent by unknown persons via freight service providers. They have "knowledge of several parcel shipments that were posted by private individuals at locations in Europe and caught fire on their way to their addressees in se ..
Scholz defends missile deployment in Germany
The issue of war and peace is also currently playing a major role in the East German election campaign. Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirms his stance on this issue.
Co-Chair of BSW: US missiles in Germany are a red line
According to its co-leader, the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance does not want to be part of any government that tolerates the deployment of US medium-range weapons. There is also a clear statement in the direction of the AfD.
Kretschmer calls for referendums on US weapons systems and compulsory military service
The deployment of long-range US weapons systems and a new military service model are being widely discussed in politics. But that is not enough, says Saxony's head of government.
Kretschmer wants to ask people about US weapons and compulsory military service
The deployment of long-range US weapons systems and a new military service model are being widely discussed in politics. But that is not enough, says Saxony's head of government.
Pistorius visits military police in Leipzig
The Federal Minister of Defense visited the General-Olbricht Barracks in Leipzig. There he was shown the work of the military police.
Faber becomes Chairman of the Defense Committee
With the military turnaround, the Defense Committee has become more important. Now the committee has a new chairman.
Kretschmer in favor of debate on reintroducing compulsory military service
The Saxon government met as a security cabinet for only the second time. The Inspector General of the German Armed Forces also came to the Army Officers' School. The talks also covered the topic of compulsory military service.
Increase in Saxon recruits to the Bundeswehr
The number of Saxon recruits to the Bundeswehr has risen in recent years. In 2023, 673 soldiers were recruited in Saxony: 585 men and 88 women.
Bundeswehr invests 700 million euros in Saxony's infrastructure
The Bundeswehr plans to invest 700 million euros in Saxony over the next ten years, including 134 million for the Army NCO School in Delitzsch.
Bundeswehr base in Bernsdorf visited by Federal Minister of Defense
Federal Minister of Defense Boris Pistorius (SPD) visits the Bundeswehr base in Bernsdorf. Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) accompanies him.
Federal Minister: Extend training for Ukrainian soldiers
The Russian attack on Ukraine began two years ago. Ukrainian soldiers are also being trained in Germany as part of a European mission. The support is to continue.
Around 100 Bundeswehr vehicles take part in NATO exercise
On Friday and Saturday, around 100 Bundeswehr vehicles will be on the road in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Brandenburg. The convoy is part of the military unit of the Franco-German Brigade and is taking part in an international NATO exercise. The exercise, called 'Steadfast Defender', is the largest in the Bundeswehr since the Cold War and involves around 12,000 troops.
Decision on stationing further Bundeswehr units in Saxony imminent
The decision to station further units of the German Armed Forces in Saxony should be made soon, according to German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD). Saxony is of great importance for the Bundeswehr and it is not a question of whether, but where to station.
Military convoy: With 100 vehicles from Saxony to Berlin
As part of a Bundeswehr exercise, a larger military convoy from Saxony is expected to arrive in Berlin-Kladow next Monday. The convoy of about 100 vehicles will start at the Oberlausitz military training area near the Saxon town of Weißwasser and is expected to arrive at Berlin's Blücher Barracks af ..
"Air Defender": Operations at Saxony's airports continue as normal
At Saxony's airports, the air force exercise "Air Defender 2023" has so far had no consequences for passengers. So far, there have been no restrictions at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports, said a spokesman for Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG. In an initial assessment, German air traffic control expect ..