About
Joseph Martin "Joschka" Fischer is a prominent German former politician. He was a leading figure in the German Green Party since the 1970s. Fischer served as the Foreign Minister and Vice-Chancellor of Germany from 1998 to 2005 in Gerhard Schröder's cabinet. He was consistently ranked as one of the most popular politicians in Germany during his time in office.
Career Timeline
Activist and Green Party
Begins as left-wing activist.
Enters German Parliament
Greens gain seats in parliament, career advances.
Foreign Minister and Vice-Chancellor
Becomes Foreign Minister, major career advancement.
Kosovo War Involvement
Navigates international crisis, affecting his role.
Iraq War Stance
Manages Germany's position on the war.
Leaves Office
End of term as Foreign Minister.
Political Commentator
Continues to comment on politics and world events.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026