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Germany's Defense Spending
05:41 - 15:59 (10:17)
As German military planners consider the possibility of a large land war in Europe, the country is planning the largest absolute jump in military spending since WWII, though military spending has been a sensitive issue in Germany due to the association with the country's Nazi past.
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Germany is planning to transform itself into a military power capable of defending Europe's security, after being implicated in cases of right-wing extremism.
05:41 - 09:00 (03:19)
Summary
Germany is planning to transform itself into a military power capable of defending Europe's security, after being implicated in cases of right-wing extremism.
ChapterGermany's Defense Spending
EpisodeThe Sunday Read: ‘Can Germany Be a Great Military Power Again?’
PodcastThe Daily
The Bundeswehr, Germany's military institution, grew from 500,000 soldiers, almost entirely former Wehrmacht officers, to one of NATO's largest militaries, and calls for joining the reserves increased following Russia's invasion.
09:00 - 12:12 (03:11)
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The Bundeswehr, Germany's military institution, grew from 500,000 soldiers, almost entirely former Wehrmacht officers, to one of NATO's largest militaries, and calls for joining the reserves increased following Russia's invasion. The country faced several coup attempts and conspiracy theories, including one to overthrow the government and install a prince.
ChapterGermany's Defense Spending
EpisodeThe Sunday Read: ‘Can Germany Be a Great Military Power Again?’
PodcastThe Daily
Germany, with its export-dependent economy and influential position at the center of Europe, has long undershot the NATO defense spending target of 2% of GDP and has been criticized by US administrations, including Donald Trump, for its perceived defense freeloading.
12:12 - 15:59 (03:46)
Summary
Germany, with its export-dependent economy and influential position at the center of Europe, has long undershot the NATO defense spending target of 2% of GDP and has been criticized by US administrations, including Donald Trump, for its perceived defense freeloading. Despite its attempts to avoid the role, Germany's influence on Europe's stability and security is inescapable.