"We should have known something is coming" – German politician warns on Putin | DW News
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Germany is shifting its foreign policy, increasing defense spending significantly and aligning itself with NATO and the EU, moving away from neutrality. Concerns over Russian aggression in Ukraine, Vladimir Putin's leadership style, and NATO's readiness for potential challenges from Russia are at the forefront of European defense discussions.
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- Germany has significantly increased defense spending by 100 billion euros post-war, shifting away from neutrality to emphasize its role in alliances like NATO and the EU.
- The escalating authoritarianism under Vladimir Putin's leadership in Russia poses concerns for NATO allies, necessitating preparedness for potential challenges, including cyber attacks, while urging Germany to halt energy purchases from Russia to cut off support for military actions.
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