DW Berlin Briefing - Inside German politics

'Putin only understands word of force' What's behind Germany's diplomatic efforts?

DW Berlin Briefing - Inside German politics

Estonia’s Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur speaks to DW’s Nina Haase about Europe’s security challenges, Russia’s war in Ukraine, why European defense spending needs a major boost, and about the impact of Germany's political vacuum on defense commitments. Pevkur also shares his blunt views on Olaf Scholz’s phone call with Vladimir Putin, and why direct talks with Russia may not be the answer.

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