Inside Europe Talk of peace, preparation for war
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Nov 27, 2025 In this riveting discussion, Ben Bartke, a DW reporter based in the Baltics, delves into Europe’s drone innovations and support for Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions. Guy Delaunay, DW's Balkans expert, analyzes the political dynamics and voter apathy in Republika Srpska following recent elections influenced by Milorad Dodik. Meanwhile, John Lawrenson, reporting from Paris, critiques the backlash against Shein's fast-fashion practices and explores the impact of consumer choices on sustainability. This conversation uncovers the intersection of defense, politics, and consumerism in contemporary Europe.
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Speeding Troop Movement Matters
- The EU is accelerating military mobility to move forces in days, not weeks, to strengthen deterrence.
- The Commission targets removing 500 bottlenecks and faster transit approvals by 2027.
Fund Military Mobility, Not Just Papers
- Invest political will and budget into infrastructure to turn plans into action now.
- Allocate personnel and money to show seriousness, not just publish strategies.
Paratrooper Passport Problem
- Ben Hodges recalled a paratrooper exercise where Bulgarian police wanted passports checked after landing.
- He used that to argue for a military Schengen to avoid such interruptions.