Rolf Nikel had largely finished his book when Russia invaded Ukraine. The former German ambassador to Poland had to start all over. Now he has published "Feinde, Fremde, Freunde" (Enemies, Strangers, Friends), a book about German-Polish relations. In conversation with Till Hoppe and Viktor Funk, Nikel stresses that Germany currently has a duty to build trust. But Poland also has to start working.
Von Till Hoppe
If Germany really wants to be a security guarantor for the EU, it must act differently, says political scientist Jana Puglierin in an interview with Nana Brink and Viktor Funk. Especially in Central and Eastern Europe, Berlin has lost prestige.
Von Redaktion Table
Military equipment and ammunition stocks need to be replenished across Europe: Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, member states have sent many weapons to Ukraine. Now, more howitzers, ammunition, anti-aircraft missiles and anti-tank missiles need to be purchased – and quickly.
Von Ella Joyner
After weeks of analyzing the European defense landscape, the EU Commission has called on member states to jointly procure defense equipment depleted by the Ukraine conflict – and plans to allocate €500 million over two years.
Von Redaktion Table
Many EU states want to spend more money on defense. But for what exactly, is mostly unclear. The Commission is expected to make proposals next week, including on financing. The main goal is to persuade governments to cooperate.
Von Redaktion Table
Germany and the Netherlands strongly reject a reconstruction fund 2.0 - dispute looms at the special summit in Versailles.
Von Eric Bonse
