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Strack-Zimmermann: “Trump is siding with the murderer”: The chairwoman of the European Parliament's Defence Committee, Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann ...
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Former Chancellor congratulates in Moscow: Female politicians call Schröder's Putin visit a "disgrace"
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Key FactsSchröder’s Putin visit in Moscow draws sharp criticism
Oct 9, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The Kremlin said Putin first learned from media reports that Schröder was present, then invited his old friend home.
- Katrin Göring-Eckardt and Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann called the visit disgraceful; Göring-Eckardt also considered it particularly damaging to Europe.
- Before the celebration, Schröder visited a Globus branch in Moscow and gave employees a welcoming speech; he had previously joined its supervisory board.
- That day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported at least 25 deaths and more than 100 injuries after Russian attacks.
A disgrace for Germany. A betrayal of Europe. A disservice to peace.— Katrin Göring-Eckardt, Green Party politician, on X about Schröder's visit to Putin
“There is no such deal”: BSW Chairwoman Mohamed Ali rules out agreements with the AfD on “Maischberger”
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Key FactsDispute over AfD approach escalates on Maischberger
Sep 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The BSW had signaled that it could enable an AfD politician’s election as state parliament president.
- Amira Mohamed Ali stressed that the BSW would neither form a coalition with the AfD nor elect Ulrich Siegmund.
- She attributed the AfD’s rise instead to other parties, past policies, and the FDP’s role in the former coalition.
- Strack-Zimmermann used joint talk-show appearances by Wagenknecht and Chrupalla to accuse the BSW of insufficiently distancing itself from the AfD.
First of all, I’m speechless, because your colleague Ms. Wagenknecht recently flirted in a well-known talk show with Mr. Chrupalla. If you say you don’t want to ultimately help the AfD onto power, then I wonder why the bed has already been made.— Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, on the ARD program Maischbauer; debate about Wagenknecht–Chrupalla and the AfD
Poland: Sikorski threatens Kaliningrad with nuclear Kremlin retaliation. Hape Kerkeling wants to ban the AfD. Strack-Zimmermann: Putin is a criminal.
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From drones to cyberattacks: What cities and municipalities could face: During her visit to Sindelfingen, the FDP MEP speaks about Ukraine, the German Armed ...
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“Vladimir Putin wants to scare us”: Strack-Zimmermann explains the problem with Europe’s response
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"Putin will pull out all the stops": Strack-Zimmermann warns of attacks on Germany
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Key FactsStrack-Zimmermann Warns of Further Attacks on Germany
Aug 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Strack-Zimmermann does not rule out copycats but remains deeply convinced that Russia is behind the Leipzig drone attack.
- She warns of further terrorist or hybrid attacks targeting infrastructure, airports, companies and hospitals.
- The Federal Police is generally responsible for drone incidents; the Bundeswehr could assist upon request, she explains.
- She calls for swift action, clear responsibilities and a European industry able to deliver modern drone technology quickly.
Putin will pull out all the stops, and I fear many more measures than we could ever have imagined.— Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, FDP defense policy expert and EU Parliamentarian, in an interview with the Frankfurter Rundschau (Ippen.Media)
“This is outrageous”: Strack-Zimmermann calls for “drastic” sanctions against Russia and pressure on EU partners
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AfD victory in Saxony-Anhalt "likely causes champagne corks to pop in Moscow": EU could freeze funds
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Discussion about world crises: Strack-Zimmermann comes to Leonberg: The prominent FDP politician debates the importance of foreign and security policy for young ...
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Leipzig-Halle: Strack-Zimmermann identifies Russia behind explosive drone - | Rheinmetall CEO issues warning
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Key FactsStrack-Zimmermann Links Russia to Leipzig Explosive Drone
Aug 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The Federal Prosecutor General’s Office in Karlsruhe took over the investigation after a drone was found near a Ukrainian cargo aircraft, citing suspicions of an attempted explosives detonation and dangerous interference with air traffic.
- Strack-Zimmermann said Russia had an interest in using fear and resistance in German society to weaken support for Ukraine, particularly ahead of September’s state elections in Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
- Rheinmetall chief executive Armin Papperger considers Germany insufficiently protected against drones and is calling for attacks to be detected more quickly and drones to be shot down if necessary.
- CDU politician Thomas Röwekamp is advocating central responsibility under the Federal Interior Ministry or Federal Police, while duties are currently divided among several authorities.
We absolutely must do something to detect these drone attacks very quickly and be able to shoot these drones down if necessary.— Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall, told the German press agency (dpa) that Germany must strengthen its drone defense, including rapid detection and, if needed, shooting down drones.
Intelligence Service Reform: Strack-Zimmermann Criticizes Sharply: Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann sharply criticizes the planned reform of the intelligence ...
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Paid articlePaywallInvestigation taken over: Federal Prosecutor General sees drone incident as a "serious attack"
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Strack-Zimmermann warns that Russia could be behind the drone incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport. She suspects that such actions are intended to spread fear ... Show more
Strack-Zimmermann in Emden: Emden plays "a major role" in the Bundeswehr's plans
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Strack-Zimmermann backs Emden on security policy: Strack-Zimmermann backs Emden on security policy and emphasizes the region's strategic role for NATO forces ...
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Chamber of Commerce Reception: Emden Between Naval Port Hopes and VW Concerns: MEP Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann hints at an important role for Emden at the ...
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OpinionHybrid attack in Leipzig, Russia suspected: Strack-Zimmermann calls for an end to the Bundeswehr debate
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Leipzig Airport: Politicians demand consequences from drone incident: What needs to happen in Germany to protect airports from drones? Politicians from the ...
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Controversy Over Surrogacy: Chancellor's Home Constituency Calls on Spahn to Resign
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Key FactsReignited Surrogacy Debate Follows Spahn’s Resignation
Jul 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
- Jens Spahn’s resignation as CDU faction leader has triggered renewed debate on Germany’s approach to surrogacy.
- The Ethics Council calls for open dialogue, emphasizing surrogacy’s relevance for women unable to carry children and same-sex couples.
- Critics argue that the CDU/CSU denies women autonomy by supporting a paternalistic state controlling reproductive rights.
- Child welfare remains a largely overlooked issue, while the Union cites ethical, legal, and practical concerns to oppose surrogacy.
She wants a paternalistic state that, above all, knows what’s best for women and also for potential surrogates.— Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf, Leipzig-based professor; quoted in Die Zeit about the CDU/CSU's stance on surrogacy.
FDP politician Strack-Zimmermann: "Liberals are not lemmings": Her candidacy was the surprise of the FDP party conference. Marie-Agnes ...
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Key FactsKubicki Leads FDP Amid Internal and External Challenges
Jun 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Wolfgang Kubicki secured the FDP leadership with approximately 60 percent of delegate support, reinforcing his position.
- He firmly denies any collaboration with the AfD but dismisses the 'firewall' debate as unconstitutional.
- Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann announced continued substantive discussions within the party, rejecting a singular leadership approach.
- The AfD praised Kubicki’s recognition of current issues but doubts the FDP’s ability to attract its voters.
I have no idea what Marie-Agnes wants.— Kubicki on the ARD program Bericht aus Berlin after the FDP leadership election
Opinion“Anyone who adopts AfD policies will fail spectacularly”: The FDP is seeking a way out of irrelevance, and Marie Agnes Strack-Zimmermann is doing her utmost to ...
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Key FactsFDP Leadership Clash Highlights AfD Concerns
Jun 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Wolfgang Kubicki secured the FDP chairmanship with around 59 percent of delegate votes after Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann unexpectedly challenged him.
- Strack-Zimmermann cited fears that under Kubicki’s leadership, the FDP might move closer to the right-wing AfD party.
- SPD politician Karl Lauterbach harshly criticized the FDP, calling it unserious and unsuitable for government amid economic difficulties.
- The FDP youth wing denied any alignment with the AfD, and Strack-Zimmermann pledged support for Kubicki despite her electoral loss.
This danger, of assuming that we might move in one direction together with the AfD, I find highly problematic.— Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, FDP politician, during a Markus Lanz interview about the FDP and potential rapprochement with the AfD
“One might think Ms. Strack-Zimmermann had been elected chancellor” Henryk M. Broder: "One might think Ms. Strack-Zimmermann had been elected Chancellor" - | Video - | WELT
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FDP-Bundesparteitag: Kubicki siegt bei Kampfabstimmung um Parteivorsitz gegen Strack-Zimmermann
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"Making the FDP great again": Strack-Zimmermann issues a challenge: Wolfgang Kubicki is getting competition: FDP politician Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann ...
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Live blog on the federal government: Wadephul rejects cuts to German UN contributions
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Key FactsWadephul Supports Continued German UN Funding Post-Setback
Jun 5, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul rejects calls to reduce Germany’s financial contributions to the UN following the unsuccessful Security Council bid.
- He highlights the UN’s crucial role in maintaining peace, human rights, and global security, which Germany continues to support.
- Germany remains one of the largest UN funders despite not securing a seat on the Security Council.
- The country intends to maintain its funding to support international crisis resolution and uphold human rights.
that we stay as engaged with the UN as we have been— Johann Wadephul (CDU), after a meeting in Mexico City with Mexico's Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco
Strack-Zimmermann surprisingly runs for FDP chairmanship: Until shortly before the election of the new FDP party leader, it looked as if Kubicki was the only ...
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Kubicki is FDP leader: Anything but a resounding victory: The "old warhorse" Wolfgang Kubicki is supposed to lead the FDP into the future ...
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Olympics in Germany - | why the topic upsets so many: Hamburg votes against the Olympics. There will still be a German bid. And: This is what makes Copenhagen so ...
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Strack-Zimmermann stellt nach provokantem Foto bei Pinar Atalay klar: „Es ist ein Gummihammer“
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Kubicki wins contested election for FDP party chairmanship: The Liberals have a new party chairman: Wolfgang Kubicki prevailed in a contested election at the FDP ...
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Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann: "I'm being flooded with support": Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann stirred things up at the FDP party conference by spontaneously ...
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After the vote: Kubicki will not show consideration for Strack-Zimmermann's followers
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Wolfgang Kubicki is the new FDP leader: Victory in a contested election: To the surprise of the delegates, the European politician Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann ...
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FDP Party Conference Interview: Strack-Zimmermann on the Contested Election: Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, a European politician from Düsseldorf ...
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At the FDP's federal party conference, a contested election for party chairmanship unexpectedly took place. Wolfgang Kubicki won the election against ... Show more
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FDP party leadership: Strack-Zimmermann runs against Kubicki: Read now “FDP party leadership: Strack-Zimmermann runs against Kubicki”.
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Shock at FDP party conference: Strack-Zimmermann versus Kubicki: It was supposed to be Wolfgang Kubicki's appearance - | but shortly before the election ...
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Paid articlePaywall FDP party conference: What Kubicki's victory against Strack-Zimmermann means: At the FDP party conference, Wolfgang Kubicki defeated Marie-Agnes ...
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Optimism after the party conference: "Why should we already be writing our eulogy?"
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OpinionBlitzkrieg in the FDP - | but Kubicki's plan works: Wolfgang Kubicki wins the election for FDP leader with 60 percent of the vote
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Wolfgang Kubicki: Nastyness doesn't suit them: With Wolfgang Kubicki's appointment as FDP chairman, liberalism, of all things, is losing its friendliness ...
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FDP chairmanship: How Strack-Zimmermann surprised Kubicki: Wolfgang Kubicki ran unopposed for the FDP chairmanship at the party conference - | until an old rival ...
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Henning Höne: FDP Vice Chairman Henning Höne calls for party unity: The right-liberal Wolfgang Kubicki is the new FDP chairman. His deputy, Henning Höne ...
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Since the collapse of the traffic light coalition, the FDP has been in a deep crisis, accompanied by consistently low to nonexistent polling numbers ... Show more
FDP Federal Party Conference: Reach is not approval: Not everyone in the FDP is thrilled about the election of the notorious loudmouth Kubicki ...
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FDP Party Conference: Kubicki is an Opportunity and a Risk for the FDP: The spectacular challenge by Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann against Wolfgang Kubicki at ...
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Surprising duel for FDP chairmanship: And then Wolfgang Kubicki did it after all: Suddenly, a duel ensued: Because Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann ran against ...
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Paid articlePaywall OpinionKubicki vs. Strack-Zimmermann: Distrust in the FDP is growing. Commentary: Who is the real FDP? The dispute between conservatives and progressives has divisive ...
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Kubicki wins contested election for FDP chairmanship: The FDP is still good for surprises. A contested election took place completely unexpectedly at the federal ...
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OpinionWhat Strack-Zimmermann says about Mützenich is a linguistic escalation: Intelligent thoughts on the US troop withdrawal are rare in the German debate ...
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OpinionWhat Strack-Zimmermann says about Mützenich is a linguistic escalation: Intelligent thoughts on the US troop withdrawal are rare in the German debate ...
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Interview: Strack-Zimmermann on the FDP and liberalism in Europe: She is a security policy expert and Germany's most outspoken liberal; she discovered her ...
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