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Boris Pistorius
Boris Pistorius has been serving as Germany's Defense Minister since January 2023.
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Is Boris Pistorius the man for the job of German chancellor?
Is Boris Pistorius the man for the job of German chancellor?
Defense Minister Pistorius is Germany's most popular politician — and many want to see him as candidate for chancellor.
Germany warns of sabotage after cables cut
Germany warns of sabotage after cables cut
The severing of two communications cables in the Baltic Sea may be a case of hybrid warfare, the defense minister says.
Some of Germany's Social Democrats seek post-Scholz SPD
Some of Germany's Social Democrats seek post-Scholz SPD
Chancellor Scholz is facing calls from within the Social Democrats to step aside for Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
Germany's Pistorius wraps up Indo-Pacific trip
Germany's Pistorius wraps up Indo-Pacific trip
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the week-long visit was meant to contribute to stability in the region.
Germany participates in Pacific Skies military exercises
Germany participates in Pacific Skies military exercises
Pacific Skies is a training series in the Indo-Pacific held by Western and regional partners.
German defense minister: NATO must do more for own security
German defense minister: NATO must do more for own security
The defense minister spoke to DW in Hawaii about Germany's evolving defense policy amid multiple global security crises.
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In the spotlight
Women still rare in Germany's military
For the first time, a woman is commanding a German navy unit. But women are still underrepresented in the Bundeswehr.
Germany mulls reintroduction of compulsory military service
As the Bundeswehr faces a dramatic personnel shortage, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is reconsidering conscription.
Germany debates 'war ready' Bundeswehr
Is the German public on board with such a momentous shift in defense priorities?
Germany and France: Still keen on joint defense projects?
Germany and France decided to jointly develop key weapons systems. But several have been abandoned.
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