Germany’s Bundestag will vote on a fiscal package allowing for higher defense spending and a 500 billion euro infrastructure and climate fund. In order to pass, over two thirds of parliament must support the package, with approval needed from the Bundesrat as well. The proposed changes would exempt defense and security expenditures, as well as infrastructure fund loans, from the debt brake, giving states more flexibility around debt.
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Vladimir Putin Makes 1 Key Demand As He Agrees To Partial Ceasefire In Ukraine
Vladimir Putin has agreed to a partial ceasefire in Ukraine, halting strikes on energy plants for 30 days after a call with Donald Trump, but demands a complete cessation of foreign military aid and intelligence to Kyiv for a permanent truce. The leaders discussed negotiations for a full ceasefire and permanent peace, starting with an energy and infrastructure ceasefire and technical talks on a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, as well as immediate negotiations...
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