The article discusses the ongoing European migrant crisis, focusing on the deteriorating conditions at the Jules Ferry Centre, a site associated with the crisis. It highlights the daily increase of approximately 50 new inhabitants at the shanty town, which is putting a strain on the already insufficient infrastructure. The French Minister of the Interior, Bernard Cazeneuve, is mentioned for his visit to the centre and his comments on the hesitancy of migrants to claim asylum in France, believing they would have better prospects in England. The article questions whether the current conditions truly represent the 'best hope' for migrants, as suggested by Cazeneuve. The article includes a note stating that the pictures are from early April and the information was last updated in mid-May.

Germany has followed through on its commitment to supply Kurdish forces with weapons to aid in their fight against Islamic State. The arms provided include G36 and G3 rifles, MILAN anti-tank guided missiles, and Panzerfaust 3 rockets. Bundeswehr advisers have been photographed training Kurdish forces in the use of these weapons. Additionally, the German parliament has authorized a training mission to support Kurdish troops, which will include up to 100 instructors and will last until January 31, 2016. The German ministry of defense has announced further military support, including more missile launchers, anti-tank rockets, and small arms ammunition.

The 'Art Asylum' project, initiated by German-Swiss artist Barbara Caveng in a Spandau residence for asylum seekers, encourages active participation from residents to create a shared physical and social space with the local community. Initially met with hesitation, the project has gained traction, with increasing resident involvement and neighborhood support. Dakel, a 22-year-old Yazidi from Iraq, shares his transformative experience with the project, which changed his perception of Berlin and provided a sense of peace and security. The article also highlights the bureaucratic challenges faced by asylum seekers like Hameed from Afghanistan, who struggles with medical issues and the threat of deportation. The Monnem family from Syria represents a successful integration story, having moved out of the asylum home and started a normal life in Berlin.

The article discusses the evolution of Germany's armored personnel carriers, focusing on the transition from the TPz Fuchs to the GTK Boxer. The Boxer, developed in collaboration with France, Britain, and later the Netherlands, was initially successful but now faces an uncertain future due to recent equipment issues and changes in Germany's military strategy. The article highlights an incident during a multi-national exercise in Norway where German troops used broomsticks as a substitute for grenade launcher barrels, emphasizing the inadequacy of such measures against adversaries like Russia. The Boxer is described as a versatile, multi-role vehicle with interchangeable mission modules, contrasting it with the older Fuchs APC.

The article discusses the development and deployment of the NH90 military helicopter within the German army. Initially conceived in the mid-1980s as a collaborative project among several European countries, the NH90 faced a prolonged development period with its first prototype flying in 1990 and combat-ready units arriving in 2007. The German military's ambitions for the NH90 have been scaled back due to the end of the Cold War and budget constraints, resulting in a reduced order of 122 helicopters. Technical issues, including corrosion and engine problems, have also plagued the NH90 fleet, leading to a temporary grounding in 2014. The fleet's composition has been revised, with a current plan for 18 navy versions and a reduced number for army operations.