Against the backdrop of the war in Ukraine and rising military expenditure, the German government has launched a new civil defense plan to ensure public safety and safeguard against potential hybrid threats in the future.
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded his two-day visit with China's Xi Jinping, stating that Russian-Chinese relations are at an "unprecedentedly high level." However, not everything went according to plan. Putin arrived in Beijing hoping to secure a major gas pipeline deal, which is seen as vital for Russia's economic future. Yet, despite the warm words and show of unity, no...