16:06⇢Russia's Deepening Reach
⌨German newspapers highlight escalating international geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding Russia. Reports detail Russia's acquisition of strategic rare earth resources, potentially impacting US-Ukraine deals (merkur.de). Concurrently, a domestic debate centers on proposals for German direct access to nuclear weapons for deterrence, drawing significant criticism (Tagesspiegel). Furthermore, protests against a leader seen as pro-Putin have erupted in Serbia, leading to arrests and injuries (FR).