Germany Revises US Travel Advisory Following Detention of Three Citizens

The Bundestag voted to reform the 'debt brake,' permitting increased military spending. Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized that Germany is at a historic crossroads regarding its democracy and future direction. The reform enables the establishment of a European mini-NATO, potentially involving Canada and Turkey, with the aim of significant rearmament independent of U.S. involvement. Meanwhile, Ukraine retains options for resisting Russian forces and holds onto the hope for a ceasefire with sufficient foreign support.