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How ready are Germans to defend Europe?

DW Berlin Briefing - Inside German politics

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Germany's Defense Policy Post-Ukraine

This chapter examines the shifts in German defense policy following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, particularly the establishment of a substantial defense budget by Chancellor Olaf Scholz. It discusses the pressures on Germany to fulfill NATO commitments while addressing historical challenges in military readiness and funding.

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