Germany updates: Lawmakers call for air defense investment DW 09/12/2025
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Germany updates: Lawmakers call for air defense investment  DW  09/12/2025
"After Russian drones were shot down over Poland this week, there are renewed calls to boost Germany's air defense. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen are looking to reboot their Bundesliga season under a new coach. DW has more. The German army reportedly only has 18 Skyranger air defense turrets not enough, say politicians. What you need to know Politicians call for German air defense boost after Russian drones shot down over Poland"
"German international Nmecha, 24, wrote in an Instagram story post, since deleted, that Kirk was a "man who stands up for his beliefs and values peacefully" that to "celebrate" such an attack was "truly evil." For context, Kirk's beliefs and values included key MAGA ("Make America Great Again") campaigning points such as opposition to LGBTQ+ rights, abortion and migration, and spreading disinformation and conspiracy theories regarding the COVID-19 pandemic."
After Russian drones were shot down over Poland, politicians are calling for a strengthened German air defense. The German army reportedly has only 18 Skyranger air defense turrets, which politicians say is insufficient. In sports, Bayer Leverkusen seek to reboot their Bundesliga season under a new head coach. Borussia Dortmund plan to speak with midfielder Felix Nmecha over a deleted Instagram post reacting to the assassination of far-right American activist Charlie Kirk. Nmecha described Kirk as a man who stood up for his beliefs and said celebrating the attack was "truly evil." Kirk promoted MAGA positions and conspiracy theories.
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