New administration is not expected to reverse Washington's trend in focusing more on Asia and on pulling its forces out of conflict zones

Around 300,000 members of security forces fill out anonymous questionnaires in the hope of breaking what unions and experts have called a culture of silence

Marking 76 years since failed assassination attempt, Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer says right-wing soldiers who admire the Nazi-era Wehrmacht have no place in today's military

Defense Ministry says up to ten 'pastoral workers of the Jewish faith' are to serve in armed forces; minister says move shows 'Jewish life is self-evident in our country'

Defense chief says agreement 'a strong sign for Jewish life' in the country; move expected to be approved by parliament early next year