Travel advisory: Germans in Canada should exercise a high degree of empathy. Be nice, don’t gloat, give hugs, buy rounds of hot chocolate.
Just imagine how you would feel if Canada beat us in soccer 😱
🇩🇪 ❤️ 🇨🇦
#CANGER
Follow
Click to Follow GermanyDiplo
GermanForeignOffice
@GermanyDiplo
News from the German Foreign Office - Follow us in German as well - Imprint and data privacy: t1p.de/jkm1
GermanForeignOffice’s Tweets
. is considering #280characters! Or as we say in Germany: 4 words. #Rindfleischetikettierungsüberwachungsaufgabenübertragungsgesetz
Good-bye, David Bowie. You are now among #Heroes. Thank you for helping to bring down the #wall.
youtu.be/YYjBQKIOb-w #RIPDavidBowie
read image description
ALT
Germany is preparing its yet biggest military support package for 🇺🇦. It includes artillery, air defense, armored combat vehicles & military engineering capabilities worth over 2.7 billion €. We stand firmly at Ukraine’s side as it defends itself against Russian aggression. 1/2
Traute Lafrenz is the last survivor of the White Rose resistance group. She is one of the few people who had the courage to stand up to the Nazis´ crimes. Consul General Heike Fuller presented the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany to Traute Lafrenz today
The Iranian demonstrators do not have a seat on the Human Rights Council in Geneva and they do not have their own voice in the United Nations. But we do.That is why we, along with Iceland and 50 other partners, have convened today’s special session on Iran. 1/3
"The return of the United States to #WHO & #ParisAgreement, the prospect of early talks on the future of the #JCPoA - on Joe Biden’s first day in office, all this points to a new kind of cooperation." Foreign Minister
Replying to
A building in #Kyiv, which also houses the German visa office, was damaged by rocket fire this morning. Since the beginning of Russia’s war of aggression, these offices have not been used by our embassy. Our colleagues at the Embassy in Kyiv are well. (2/2)
#Solidarity with our British friends, commemorating victims of #LondonAttack: #BrandenburgGate lit up in colors of #UnionJack. #LondonStrong
Being funny is apparently not always our strong suit. We deleted the tweet below and apologize to all who were offended by this. We know the visa process is complex, and visa decisions can deeply affect peoples‘ lives. Our colleagues take these decisions very seriously.
Quote Tweet
El ME @HeikoMaas dijo al 
@welt : El apoyo para @jguaido sigue intacto. Condenamos el arresto de su Director de despacho -lo cual solo agrava el conflicto- y exigimos su liberación. Se debe trabajar en una solución política pacífica con 
presidenciales libres y justas.
Tonight #Berlin is divided again… ...by balloons lighting up route of the former #Wall via #Lichtgrenze
Today, we remember one of the happiest days in German history: The fall of the #BerlinWall on #9November1989. #9Nov #9November #NoMoreWalls
Thanks to all our followers for spotting the mistake before we did. Fake news will never get past you guys 😉
We will not allow 🇮🇪 to be isolated on this issue. And we will continue to forge close ties with Côte d’Ivoire!
Quote Tweet
FM @HeikoMaas on #Brexit: Germany and the entire EU will stand by Ireland on the backstop. We will not allow 
to be isolated on this issue.
to be isolated on this issue.
With its massive troop deployment, Russia is making an absolutely unacceptable threat. Against Ukraine. But also towards all of us and our peace architecture in Europe. This crisis is therefore not a Ukraine crisis. It is a Russia crisis. at #MSC2022
The courageous protests in #Iran continue. Day by day the regime acts more brutally. Our bilateral relations were already at a low, but with a state acting so inhumanely, there can be no "business as usual". Therefore, we adapt our relationship to the situation. 🧵 1/5
Quote Tweet
Die mutigen Proteste im #Iran halten an. Tag für Tag geht das Regime brutaler vor. Unsere Beziehungen waren bereits massiv eingeschränkt, aber mit einem Staat, der so menschenverachtend vorgeht, kann es kein „Weiter so“ geben. Wir passen unsere Beziehungen der Situation an.
1/5
1/5The German Parliament approved same-sex marriage. Congratulations to all gay couples who have been waiting to get married! #Lovewins 🏳️🌈👬👫👭
We have called upon Iran to stop the violent crackdown on protesters. The only answer we received was more violence. That is why we are proposing that an independent UN investigative mechanism be established. So that those responsible can be held to account. 1/3
Women’s rights are human rights. From Germany 🇩🇪 to Canada 🇨🇦, from Sweden 🇸🇪 to Chile 🇨🇱: we stand with the brave women and men of #Iran.
#IranProtests #MahsaAmini
Replying to
PS: Said also the in its Order on the request for the indication of provisional measures. 👉 bit.ly/3CO5AgP 3/3
56 years ago today, construction of the #BerlinWall began. In memoriam of its victims we celebrate that there are #NoMoreWalls within the EU
We are living in a different world after #Putin’s war of aggression. We are appalled by this breach of international law, but not paralyzed. That is why we will send anti-tank weapons and Stinger missiles to the Ukrainian soldiers who defend their country. - FM
"We can no longer fully rely on the White House", says Foreign Minister . In order to recalibrate our partnership with the US we need a united, confident and sovereign Europe! #EuropeUnited #Trump
The #BerlinWall stood for 10,361 days, and 10,361 days ago today it fell. Let’s work together to preserve the things that unite rather than separate us!
Foreign Minister and EU28: The people of #Venezuela is in dire need of food and medicines. The EU stands ready to help. The Maduro regime must finally abandon its fatal blocking tactics.
Quote Tweet
Declaration by @FedericaMog on behalf of the EU on #Venezuela
> Refusal of the regime to recognise the humanitarian emergency is leading to escalation of tensions
> EU strongly call to show restraint, avoid use of force & allow for the entry of aid
europa.eu/!XW99XF
FM on #Brexit: Germany and the entire EU will stand by Ireland on the backstop. We will not allow 🇨🇮 to be isolated on this issue.
FM #Steinmeier meets with in the German Bundestag in Berlin. Exchange on the current situation in #Turkey.
Quote Tweet
Bewohner*innen von Kiew in Todesangst im Morgenverkehr. Ein Einschlagskrater neben einem Spielplatz. Es ist niederträchtig & durch nichts zu rechtfertigen, dass Putin Großstädte und Zivilisten mit Raketen beschießt. Wir tun alles, um die 
Luftverteidigung schnell zu verstärken.
Luftverteidigung schnell zu verstärken.Quote Tweet
Mit dem Angriff auf die #Ukraine bricht #Russland mit den elementarsten Regeln der internationalen Ordnung. Die Weltgemeinschaft wird Russland diesen Tag der Schande nicht vergessen. Wir werden gemeinsam mit unseren Partnern reagieren. Unsere ganze Solidarität gilt der Ukraine.
Morocco is committed to fighting the climate crisis and is setting standards in the region. By working closely together on the energy transition, Morocco and Germany achieve strong results: the Nur-Solarpark supplies electricity for 1.3 million people. 1/3
read image description
ALT
“China’s decision to impose a national security law on Hong Kong is not in conformity with the Hong Kong Basic Law and its international commitments. We strongly urge the Government of China to re-consider this decision”, G7 Foreign Ministers.
FM on Iran: We call on the government to respect demonstrators' freedom of assembly + their right to give voice to their opinion freely+peacefully. Following confrontation of past days, all the more important for all sides to refrain from taking any violent action.
Terrifying and disturbing news from #Vienna: Even we don’t know the full extent of the terror yet, our thoughts are with the injured and victims at this difficult time. We will not give way to hatred which is aimed at dividing our societies.
In #solidarity with #Israel: The #BrandenburgGate is lit up in the colors of the Israeli flag commemorating the victims of #Jerusalem attack
EU-solidarity in times of #Covid19: With support of , the first two patients in intensive care from Bergamo 🇮🇹 arrived tonight at the hospital of the University of Leipzig. Thanks to and get well soon!
Saludamos el anuncio de como presidenta interina de #Bolivia de convocar a elecciones libres y justas dentro de un plazo de tres meses. Invitamos a todos los partidos a participar de forma constructiva en la preparación de las nuevas elecciones.
🇩🇪 government supports proposal for transitional government for #Venezuela representing both sides to prepare presidential/parliamentary elections. Political agreement within framework of Oslo process appropriate way out of crisis. remains for us interim president of 🇻🇪.
G7 Foreign Ministers‘ Statement: We are united in condemning, in the strongest possible terms, the confirmed poisoning of Alexei Navalny.
We congratulate Juan #Guaido on his reelection as President of the National Assembly of #Venezuela. For the German government he remains the legitimate interim president to call for free and fair presidential elections as soon as the general conditions allow.
Foreign Minister on the sidelines of his visit to Rome: Firing rockets at #Israel is absolutely unacceptable and must end immediately. Israel has the right to engage in self-defense in this situation. This escalation of violence is neither to be tolerated nor accepted.
Quote Tweet
Dear Brits,
We really 
you & still think it’s a pity that you want to leave the EU. But when it comes to the last 16 of #UCL we are for a quick triple #Brexit – #NoDeal and no #backstop 
XOXO,
Ze Germans
@SpursOfficial vs. @BVB
@LFC vs. @FCBayern
@s04 vs. @ManCity
#TOTBVB
you & still think it’s a pity that you want to leave the EU. But when it comes to the last 16 of #UCL we are for a quick triple #Brexit – #NoDeal and no #backstop
XOXO,
Ze Germans
@SpursOfficial vs. @BVB
@LFC vs. @FCBayern
@s04 vs. @ManCity
#TOTBVBTo set the numbers straight: In 2017 only 24% of Germanys energy consumption was gas, 40% came from Russia. That means 9,6% of Russian gas in the overall consumption. If we add oil from Russia the total share is 23%, still far from 70%
Foreign Minister visited Auschwitz today. "This is where we Germans are reminded of what we did to millions of people. We need this place because our responsibility will never end," he said.
Our followers are always intrigued by pictures of our historic #paternoster elevator: what happens if you fail to exit on the top floor? Well, we tried it out!
Foreign Minister on the Presidential election in the United States: #Elections2020 #Election2020results
We mourn the loss of #QueenElizabeth II with our British friends. For almost 100 years, she was a source of strength and confidence for her country. Germany remains eternally grateful to her for extending a hand of reconciliation to us after the terror of the Second World War.
Quote Tweet
Wir trauern mit unseren britischen Freund*innen um #QueenElizabeth II. Sie war für ihr Land fast 100 Jahre lang Quelle der Stärke und Zuversicht. Deutschland bleibt ihr ewig dankbar, dass sie uns nach dem Terror des Zweiten Weltkriegs die Hand zur Versöhnung gereicht hat.
We strongly condemn the rocket attacks on Israel from the Gaza Strip and southern Lebanon. They must cease immediately. Especially now during the holidays, a further escalation must be prevented.
Statement by Foreign Minister Maas on the diversion of Ryanair flight FR4978 to Minsk 👇
31 years ago today, on November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall fell after 28 years. That day not only marked the end of Germany’s division but also the beginning of a strong and united Europe! #EuropeUnited #NoMoreWalls
#WeRemember
On #HolocaustRemembranceDay, we remember the Holocaust and honor its victims and survivors. As a strong society we need to stand up and counter Holocaust denial and distortion.
It is up to all of us to ensure that #NeverAgain is not just a phrase but a reality.
As a neighbor, #Pakistan is directly affected by the crisis in #Afghanistan. Germany will continue to support the region. In addition to our financial commitments, we will pursue and implement specific projects, e.g. on border control. after talks in #Islamabad
FM spoke on the phone with Pakistan’s FM yesterday with regard to the tensions between India and Pakistan and appealed to both sides to work to de-escalate the situation. Specifically, Pakistan resolutely needs to put a stop to cross-border terrorism.
قام شعب #السودان عن طريق مظاهرات سلمية بإسقاط البشير. ندعو المجلس العسكري الانتقالي في السودان إلى عدم الرجوع في منتصف الطريق، بل إلى تسليم السلطة لحكومة ذات قيادة مدنية.
74yrs ago, Nazis murdered Hans+Sophie #Scholl and their fellow members of #WhiteRose resistance movement. Their courage remains an example!
End of an exciting day: The #Superfullmoon rises over #Berlin, while FM #Steinmeier is on his way to political talks in #Turkey. #supermoon
With today's draft legislation on the #NIProtocol, London is unilaterally breaking agreements. And doing so for motives easy to see through. This is not acceptable for the #EU. To this breach of trust, we will stand united in our response. 1/2
Quote Tweet
Mit dem heute vorgelegten Gesetzesentwurf zum #NordirlandProtokoll bricht London einseitig Vereinbarungen. Und zwar aus durchschaubaren, eigenen Motiven. Das können wir in der #EU nicht akzeptieren. Wir werden geschlossen auf diesen Vertrauensbruch reagieren. 1/2
Replying to
Germany’s newest package for 🇺🇦 includes i.a.:
- 18 wheeled howitzers
- air defence: 4 IRIS-T SLM systems + 12 IRIS-T SLS launchers + missiles
- artillery ammunition
- 30 LEOPARD 1 A5 main battle tanks + 20 MARDER infantry fighting vehicles,
- over 100 armored combat vehicles
2/2
#Venezuela: „Germany and the EU are not neutral. We support the National Assembly, which is elected by the people. Maduro has no democratic legitimacy as President“, says Foreign Minister in New York. (1/2)
The mass trial under the National Security Act in #HongKong further endangers pluralism in the city. Those arrested must be released, their rights must be respected & the postponed elections need to be held as soon as possible in a fair & democratic manner.
Quote Tweet
#HongKong: Declaration by @JosepBorrellF on behalf of the EU
The proposed postponement of the Legislative Council elections would call into question the exercise of the democratic rights and freedoms guaranteed under Hong Kong’s Basic Law.
europa.eu/!JY93tB
Temporary detention of the UK Ambassador to Tehran by Iranian security forces is a completely unacceptable violation of international law. We strongly condemn this action. Compliance with the most elementary rules of international conduct is in the interest of all.
Rhetorical escalation regarding Korean peninsula: Very serious situation. Sabre-rattling won’t help, we call on all parties for moderation.
We strongly condemn the shooting of #Pakistan’s former Prime Minister and wish him and all injured a swift recovery. Any form of violence is completely unacceptable – we call upon protesters to remain peaceful.
Replying to
Rumours that Germany is planning to send busses to pick up persons from #Belarus through #Poland to Germany are false. Whoever spreads these lies puts people in great danger. #RumoursAboutGermany
France, Germany and the United Kingdom confirm that INSTEX has successfully concluded its first transaction, facilitating the export of medical goods from Europe to Iran. INSTEX and its Iranian counterpart STFI will work on more transactions and enhancing the mechanism.
Mourning the victims: The #BrandenburgGate is lit up in Germany’s national colors tonight
#IchBinEinBerliner #BerlinAttack #Breitscheidplatz
75 years ago today, Hans Scholl, Sophie Scholl and Christoph Probst were executed by the Nazis. Their "crime": they had written and publicly distributed leaflets against Hitler and the Nazi regime.
#WeisseRose #GeschwisterScholl #NeverForget
United in #Solidarity: The #BrandenburgGate is lit up in #Turkey's national colors today commemorating the #Reina attack victims. #Istanbul
Replying to
We owe that to the victims. Each and every vote for the #Resolution counts. Our message is this: we are not just simply observing. We are going to where we can use our voice to do something for the rights of Iranian women and men. 3/3
Replying to
The can take a stand against the injustice, blows & bullets which the Iranian regime is using to try and stamp out peaceful protest. The states will vote on a mechanism to investigate human rights violations, so that those responsible can be held to account. 2/3
The latest reports out of #Ethiopia are worrying: We call for an immediate ceasefire and the withdrawal of all foreign troops. Safe, unhindered and permanent humanitarian access to #Tigray must now be the top priority.
diplo.de/2471548
Germany appreciates #Turkey’s crucial role, especially at this difficult time, as the guardian of the Montreux Convention which regulates the passage through the #Bosphorus and Dardanelles Strait, also in time of war. Thank you for ensuring its continued application.
For 28 years a #wall divided Berlin and Germany. 28 years ago it fell and today we are living in a reunited Europe. A cause for celebration!
Together against #Covid19: Confirmation for 47 patients in intensive care from 🇮🇹 that can be treated in 🇩🇪. Thanks, , , , , , , government of Brandenburg. “We stand at the side of our 🇮🇹 friends.”
We will not back down from the madness of Russia's war of aggression in #Ukraine, because the freedom and security of the people of Ukraine - and our own - is at stake - Foreign Minister with 🇺🇦 counterpart 1/3
read image description
ALT
Foreign Minister continued on to #Pakistan. The country plays a decisive role with regard to peace and security across the entire region: t1p.de/pjja
Letter by the president of the German Bundestag Wolfgang Schäuble addressed to the Speaker of the #PyithuHluttaw
of the Republic of the Union of #Myanmar & Members of the
Committee Representing #Pyidaungsu Hluttaw👇 bit.ly/3dYGEci
Quote Tweet
Bundestagspräsident #Schäuble in einem Brief an den bisherigen und derzeit unter Hausarrest stehenden Sprecher der Volksversammlung @pyithuwebnews in #Myanmar, T. Khun Myatt 
#Mar3Coup #bundestagsnachrichten
: DBT/Thomas Trutschel
#Mar3Coup #bundestagsnachrichten
: DBT/Thomas Trutschel
read image description
ALT