Dennis Schulz

In a significant pivot from the current military escalation in the Middle East, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has announced that Berlin will not participate in any military operation to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Instead, Germany is actively seeking a negotiated agreement involving both Arab states and Iran to restore global shipping routes. In my opinion, this move signals a realistic acknowledgment that military force alone cannot resolve the current maritime paralysis. Germany chose sides? March 18 2026 Why is Germany skeptical of a military solution in Hormuz?  Minister Wadephul bluntly stated that if the U.S. military is unable to secure the Strait, European forces would likely face the same fate. I believe this assessment is rooted in the "de facto reality" of Iran’s geographical leverage. According to The Guardian , the German government believes that "bombing the regime into submission" is not a viable strategy. Instead, Berlin is calling for...

The Protest against the Muslim Brotherhood in Sudan: Undisclosed time The classification of the Muslim Brotherhood in Sudan represents a turning point in the fight against organizations that exploit religion for political gain. In my opinion, the group’s "religious" rhetoric has always been a weapon used to undermine the stability of Sudanese society and create deep seated divisions. What is the history of ideological movements in Sudan?  Sudan has long been a laboratory for extremist "ops." From the Nimeiry era to the Bashir dictatorship, the Brotherhood has perfected the art of state capture. I believe their current attempt to regain power through the IRGC-backed "al-Baraa" brigades is their most desperate and dangerous move yet. Why does Sudan's instability matter for global security?  Sudan is the gateway to the Sahel and the Red Sea. When the Brotherhood weakens state institutions, they create a vacuum filled by traffickers and terrorists. In my v...

  European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa. AFP Should Europe Condemn Without Offering Solutions? European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen swiftly denounced Iran’s attacks as “unacceptable.” While condemnation is necessary, Europe risks sounding like a moral referee rather than a strategic actor. To be taken seriously, the EU must move beyond statements and offer concrete diplomatic initiatives . Otherwise, its words ring hollow in a region already saturated with external powers making declarations.  European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have condemned what they called Iran’s “unacceptable attacks” on countries in the Middle East during a video conference with regional leaders to discuss the war involving Iran. 🔴… pic.twitter.com/zjvbQQm2OZ — Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (@RFERL) March 9, 2026 Is Europe Balancing Principles With Pragmatism...

  The final results of the March 8, 2026, state election in Baden-Württemberg have confirmed a significant shift in the German political landscape. Despite a strong initial polling lead for the CDU, the Green Party, led by Cem Özdemir, secured a narrow victory with 30.2% of the vote.  This outcome ensures that the state will continue to be led by a Green premier, even as the federal government under Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces growing scrutiny over economic stagnation. Cem Özdemir is a German politician  who served as Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture in the cabinet of Olaf Scholz Why the Greens Won the "Car Heartland The Green victory is largely attributed to the personal popularity of Cem Özdemir, who is poised to become Germany's first state premier of Turkish heritage. Özdemir successfully bridged the gap between environmental goals and the needs of the region's massive automotive sector, which includes giants like Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. By distancing h...

  German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Germany finds itself in a difficult position whenever Washington pushes for military action in the Middle East. The United States expects solidarity, yet Germany’s constitutional framework and public sentiment demand restraint. This tension creates a dilemma: how can Berlin remain a loyal ally while refusing to cross the line into unlawful aggression? #Iran War: How Germany Could Legally Respond to the #US Attack US President Trump praised Germany's stance on the Iran war. But the German government is actually prohibited from supporting wars of aggression. https://t.co/cDpxaom6xX — cvetko35 (@cvetko35) March 10, 2026 Can Germany Legally Support a U.S. Attack on Iran? Germany cannot legally support a U.S. attack on Iran because its constitution forbids participation in wars of aggression. This is not a minor clause tucked away in legal text; it is the defining principle of Germany’s postwar identity. To break that rule would mean dismantling dec...

The pressure building in the Red Sea is not only about trade flows. It represents a real-world test of modern maritime deterrence. Advanced navies now operate in an environment shaped by drone-based attacks, missile interception challenges, and asymmetric tactics targeting civilian shipping lanes. This is active deterrence under pressure, not theoretical strategy. Hybrid warfare has reshaped security at sea. Traditional naval confrontations are rare. Instead, smaller-scale tactics can disrupt billion-dollar trade corridors. The ability of non-state actors to influence global shipping patterns marks a structural change in how conflict affects the world economy. Small tools now produce large ripple effects. Global supply chains are absorbing the strain. When vessels reroute to avoid risk, transit times extend by weeks. Fuel costs increase. Insurance premiums climb. These adjustments travel across continents, influencing manufacturing schedules, food distribution, and consumer...