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Germany’s New Role in Europe: Defense, Migration, and Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom

Germany’s New Role in Europe: Defense, Migration, and Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom

Update: 2025-07-31
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In this powerful episode of Peace and Power: Ukraine, host Gary Marx sits down with Christian Forstner, Director of the Hanns Seidel Foundation in Washington D.C., to dissect Germany’s evolving leadership under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. They dive into Germany’s shift toward stronger defense spending, tougher migration control, and its crucial support for Ukraine. Forstner brings first-hand insight into post-Soviet Russia, the transatlantic alliance, and the ideological battle unfolding across Europe and the U.S. This episode also explores the shadow fleet fueling Russia’s war machine, the role of NATO under Trump, and whether the new Pope could help broker peace. A must-listen for anyone seeking clarity on Europe's future and the global stakes in Ukraine.

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Germany’s New Role in Europe: Defense, Migration, and Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom

Germany’s New Role in Europe: Defense, Migration, and Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom

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