On cam: Merz's angry rant against Trump, blaming him for souring ties as US 'exits' Tomahawks deal

Germany is intensifying calls for stronger military preparedness as concerns grow over European security and the future reliability of transatlantic defence commitments. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has urged greater war-readiness and defended Berlin’s efforts to strengthen the armed forces and deterrence capabilities. Meanwhile, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has continued to voice concerns about security cooperation with the United States amid broader geopolitical uncertainty. The push comes as Germany accelerates military modernization efforts while NATO members reassess long-term defence planning in response to regional tensions and evolving security challenges.