Germany's federal elections are on Sunday. With Trump calling to end the war in Ukraine and for Europe to boost defense spending, many voters worry their country hasn't done enough to defend itself.
German voters heading to the polls on Sunday are focused on defense policy amid concerns about their country's readiness for potential threats. President Trump's calls for ending the war in Ukraine and increasing Europe's defense spending have heightened these worries. In Hamburg, the military is preparing for scenarios like hybrid attacks, including cyber threats targeting businesses. Truck drivers from Eastern Europe, who could be recalled to their home countries in a crisis, add to these concerns. Experts warn that Russia's strong weapons production poses a significant threat, and Germany's current defense spending of just over 2% of GDP is insufficient. Increasing this to at least 3% is seen as necessary, though it remains a major challenge regardless of the election outcome.
