

Michael von der Schulenburg
Former longtime UN diplomat and current member of the European Parliament, with 34 years in UN service including senior political and peacebuilding roles, now outspoken on rule-of-law and sanctions issues in the EU.
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Dec 17, 2025 • 55min
KONTRAFUNK aktuell vom 17. Dezember 2025
Michael von der Schulenburg, Europaabgeordneter des Bündnisses Sarah Wagenknecht, kritisiert den neuen EU-Sanktionsbeschluss und betont die rechtlichen Risiken für Demokratie. Historiker Peter Höres diskutiert die vielschichtige Bedeutung des Konservatismus von der Vergangenheit bis heute. Frankreich-Experte Robert Kopp erläutert die Absage von Silvesterveranstaltungen auf den Champs-Élysées und beleuchtet die Sicherheitslage. Kolumnistin Martina Binnig teilt ihre kritischen Ansichten zur WHO-Strategie im Umgang mit Coronavirus-Infektionen.

Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 8min
European irrationality in Ukraine - Michael von der Schulenburg, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
Michael von der Schulenburg, a former diplomat with rich Eastern European experience, joins legal expert Alexander Mercouris and political scientist Glenn Diesen for an insightful analysis on Europe's response to the Ukraine crisis. They unpack shifting sentiments in Germany's political landscape, emphasizing growing anti-war attitudes and the disconnection from the European Parliament. The trio addresses rising political violence, media's inadequate coverage, and the failure of moral arguments in policymaking. They also explore emerging political dynamics that could reshape civic engagement across Europe.

Jan 8, 2026 • 51min
Michael von der Schulenburg: EU Has Become Lawless - Crushing All Dissent
Michael von der Schulenburg, a former UN diplomat and current EU Parliament member, shares his insights on the alarming trend of lawlessness in the EU. He criticizes the EU's practice of sanctioning individuals without legal recourse, calling attention to ambiguous definitions like 'pro-Russian'. The conversation highlights the chilling effects on free speech, academic intimidation, and the double standards of Western foreign policy. Schulenburg urges a return to the rule of law, emphasizing the need for transparency and due process in governance.

Nov 4, 2025 • 51min
Michael von der Schulenburg: How the EU Transitioned from a Peace Project to a War Project
Michael von der Schulenburg, a seasoned German EU Parliament member and former UN diplomat, discusses the EU's troubling shift from a peace-focused entity to one preoccupied with militarization. He highlights how the EU’s confrontational stance towards Russia harms its economic stability. Schulenburg critiques unrealistic promises to Ukraine and urges immediate negotiations to prevent further crises. He argues for a return to economic priorities over militaristic ambitions, warning that current policies risk Europe's credibility and unity.

Aug 16, 2025 • 51min
Michael von der Schulenburg: Alaska Meeting Was a "Game Changer"
Michael von der Schulenburg is a seasoned German EU Parliament member and former UN diplomat with 34 years of experience. He reveals why the Alaska meeting could be a turning point in international relations, emphasizing the critical need for trust in diplomacy. Schulenburg warns against self-righteous attitudes that hinder conflict resolution, particularly in the context of the Ukraine crisis. He advocates for a reevaluation of U.S. foreign policies and a strategic shift for Europe to ensure constructive engagement with Asia while avoiding militarization.


