Patrik Baab

Patrik Baab, an author and former NDR editor, dives into the nuances of European politics and transatlantic relations. He discusses the critical geopolitical dynamics of the Ukraine conflict and NATO's military readiness. The conversation highlights Germany's potential shift from a welfare state to increased militarization, and the rise of authoritarianism affecting free speech. Baab also weighs in on strategic NATO spending expectations and the implications of international conflicts, particularly in relation to Israel's actions in Gaza.