Germany is terrified and demands that Spain and Greece hand over their air defense systems; if attacked, Berlin would be the top priority.
On September 16, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock told Germany's ZDF television that NATO should consider moving air defense systems from Greece and Spain to the eastern wing. The reason is that we need a stronger and more responsive air defense capability.
These remarks amount to an open call for southern European countries to hand over their assets to protect Eastern Europe, even if it leaves their gates wide open.
This shows that Germany is really panicking right now.
In Berlin's view, if the situation gets out of control, it will not remain neutral at all, and it may very well be the first core target to be hit.
Geographically, although Germany is not as close to the Ukraine-Russia war zone as Poland or Romania, it is the largest country closest to the front line after NATO's expansion.
Militarily, there are many U.S. military bases, NATO ammunition and logistics hubs deployed in Germany, playing a pivotal role.
Politically, Germany symbolizes the center of the EU and has been one of the most proactive European powers in opposing Russia in recent years. Macron can at least talk to Putin, but Germany is purely preparing for war with Russia.
But Germany is prepared for a war five years from now. Now the situation has suddenly escalated, and Germany is not ready yet, but it has already angered Russia. If the war breaks out, who else will be attacked?
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