Greens reject homeopathy: debates about military service and the Middle East conflict

Greens reject homeopathy: debates about military service and the Middle East conflict

An important moment for the Greens in Lower Saxony: Today's federal party conference of Alliance 90/The Greens in Hanover is all about the current political challenges that the party members want to tackle with full energy. The discussions on November 29, 2025 will revolve around central topics such as climate protection and energy policy, but the situation in the Middle East also brings with it controversy. It is clear here that the members are particularly concerned about the future of future generations.

What are the main points on the agenda? In addition to the discussions about possible future military service and the recognition of an independent Palestinian state, an application for reimbursement of homeopathic treatments is a topic of discussion. The delegates approved this motion with a clear majority, but this was not without resistance. The decision that statutory health insurance companies should no longer reimburse homeopathic treatments is based on the knowledge that their effectiveness beyond the placebo effect has not been scientifically proven, as Deutschlandfunk reports.

Health and climate issues in focus

Party leader Ricarda Brantner not only tackled the issues raised by the delegates, but also criticized the federal government. At the beginning of the meeting, she expressed concerns about the black-red coalition's policies, which are often carried out at the expense of young people. The Greens are clearly positioning themselves as advocates for the next generation and are calling for a rethink.

Speaking of rethinking: Climate change is not just an abstract concept, but is already a reality that affects many people. High temperatures and extreme weather events are no longer rare and have serious health consequences. As BMZ shows, the increase in respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, as well as the spread of infectious diseases such as malaria and cholera, is leading to more and more cases of illness. Older people and people with previous illnesses are particularly at risk.

But it's not just the climate that puts a strain on people's health: adaptations to these challenges are a necessity in order to counter future crises. The World Bank predicts that over 21 million additional deaths from climate-related risks are expected by 2050. Here the Greens have a strong argument to support their political demands for more climate protection.

Taking a new direction

The party conference in Hanover could mark a turning point. The Greens rely on a combination of environmental policy and social responsibility. They have a “good knack” for putting current challenges at the center of their political agenda and making these issues more heard. Not only the members in Hanover, but many other citizens will be keen to see how the discussions develop and what decisions are ultimately made.

In any case, it should be noted that today's talks are of far-reaching importance and could lay the foundation for the future politics of the Greens in Germany. Voters will certainly keep an eye on the results.