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Boris Pistorius
Boris Pistorius has been serving as Germany's Defense Minister since January 2023.
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Germany: SPD's Pistorius says he will not run for chancellor
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has said he has no desire to run for chancellor, and would be supporting Olaf Scholz.
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
The severing of two communications cables in the Baltic Sea may be a case of hybrid warfare, the defense minister says.
Scholz or Pistorius: Germany's SPD to discuss candidates
Pressure is mounting among Germany's Social Democrats to decide on the political future of Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
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
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the week-long visit was meant to contribute to stability in the region.
Germany joins multinational force monitoring Korean border
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Berlin is commited to peace and security in the Indo-Pacific.
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
The defense minister spoke to DW in Hawaii about Germany's evolving defense policy amid multiple global security crises.
Germany's Pistorius talks Middle East, Indo-Pacific with DW
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius spoke to DW about the importance of de-escalation in the Middle East.
German Cabinet approves budget for 2025
The three governing parties had tensely negotiated the budget for weeks. DW looks at the challenges that remain.
German defense minister says military budget gap 'annoying'
Germany's defense minister has voiced irritation after his ministry received less funding than he had hoped.
Germany presents plan to boost military reserves
Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has outlined a new plan aimed at increasing the number of army recruits.
Germany outlines plans for 'new' model of military service
Germany seeks to boost its neglected defenses amid tensions with Russia with a return to some model of military service.
Germany pledges €500 million in arms support for Ukraine
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced a new arms package for Ukraine focused on air defense.
Germans not worried about war — but should they be?
Politicians in Germany are warning of the threat of a Russian attack. But normal Germans seem to see things differently.
Germany, France agree on new tank deal
A Franco-German armaments agreement calls for developing a new tank to replace Germany's Leopard 2 and France's Leclerc.
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.
EU, NATO growing in popularity in Germany
Germans are feeling the threat of geopolitical instability and are rallying around political and military institutions.
German government wants 'war-ready' troops
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said as he announced his plans to restructure the German army. It will not be easy.
Germany's armed forces set to get overhaul
Defense Minister Pistorius wants to make the country's military, the Bundeswehr, more agile, efficient and combat ready.
Germany looks to Scandinavia for new conscription model
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is looking for a potential blueprint for reintroducing conscription in Germany.
Red Sea: Pistorius visits German ship set for Houthi mission
Boris Pistorius said the frigate's Red Sea deployment would be the German Navy's "most dangerous" mission in decades.
Germany starts work on ammo factory to counter new threats
Work is set to begin on a new Rheinmetall facility that will increase Germany's ability to produce artillery shells.
Germany vows security support amid Kosovo-Serbia tensions
Germany will more than double the number of soldiers sent on a NATO peacekeeping mission in Kosovo.
Olaf Scholz, Germany's silent chancellor
It has been a long time since a chancellor was as unpopular with the public as Olaf Scholz.
South African runner Oscar Pistorius out on parole
The former Olympic and Paralympic runner served nine years for the murder of his girlfriend.
Oscar Pistorius relased on parole 11 years after murder
The former Paralympic athlete has served almost nine years for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Germany mulls reintroduction of compulsory military service
As the Bundeswehr faces a dramatic personnel shortage, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is reconsidering conscription.
Germany: Boris Pistorius rated most popular politician
The German defense minister garners the highest ranking of all politicians in a yearly survey.
Mali: Last German troops return, told mission 'not in vain'
Mali's Russian-backed military government ordered international peacekeepers to leave earlier this year.
South Africa: Oscar Pistorius granted parole after murder
In a crime that gripped the world, Oscar Pistorius fatally shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.
Germany debates 'war ready' Bundeswehr
Is the German public on board with such a momentous shift in defense priorities?
Germany to make military 'the backbone' of Europe's defense
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said it was time for Germany to be "a grown up country" in terms of security policy.
German military must be 'fit for war'
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has said that the country's military must become combat-ready quickly.
Germany and France: Still keen on joint defense projects?
Germany and France decided to jointly develop key weapons systems. But several have been abandoned.
German defense and finance ministers test positive for COVID
The upcoming appointments for Boris Pistorius and Christian Lindner have been canceled.
Prince Harry attends Invictus Games in Düsseldorf
Prince Harry founded the games in 2014 as a sports competition for soldiers who've been injured in battle.
German military's mission impossible, attracting recruits
According to defense minister Boris Pistorius, Germany's armed forces are finding it hard to meet its recruiting goals.
Germany wants more women in the military
Women are underrepresented in Germany’s armed forces. A new package of legal reforms hopes to change that.
Germany fears ex-pilots share secrets with China
Retired German air force pilots have taken their skills to China. The defense minister wants to stop the practice.
Pistorius: Russian arms for India not in German interests
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told DW Germany is willing to work with "reliable partners" like India and Indonesia.
German defense minister: 'We woke up in another world'
German Defense Minister Pistorius speaks to DW about Germany's evolving defense policy in light of the war in Ukraine.
Germany urges Indo-Pacific states to 'defend' rule of law
Speaking from the Shangri-La Dialogue, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius hailed ASEAN for its reach beyond Asia.
Singapore hosts key Asia defense summit with eye on Ukraine
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is attending the Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia's key defense summit.
Ukraine updates: Kyiv reports Russian drone attacks
Russia has targeted the Ukrainian capital with Iranian Shahed attack drones, officials in Kyiv said. DW has the latest.
NATO leaders talk tanks, ammo and support for Ukraine
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the talks would "stay focused on the key capabilities Ukraine needs right now."
Germany to continue development aid to Mali
Germany to continue development aid to Mali despite withdrawal of UN troop contingent
Germany pledges to expand military cooperation with Niger
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Development Minister Svenja Schulze have visited Niger.
South Africa's Oscar Pistorius denied parole
Authorities found Oscar Pistorius had not served enough time for the murder of Reeva Steenkamp to qualify for release.
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