'New era': Scholz pledges €100bn boost to German defence spending

The German chancellor made the announcement at a special session of the Bundestag in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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[IIIAnchani]

It's almost comedy. By invading Ukraine, Russia has awakened a beast of a different kind. Germany has the world's fourth biggest economy and can sustain immense military power if it wants to. And dear Mr. Putin, you made absolutely sure, that it wants to.
Sleep well, Mr. Putin, to the sound of "Preußens Gloria" intensifying.

[dica]

Gut gemacht aus Frankreich. Wir brauchen ein starkes und respektiertes Europa.

[Noahboy]

People being worried about this due to Germany's history. I tell you two things: Germany is a different country now,
Second: Germany is Europe's only hope in the fight against tyranny. It's the only country with technology, economy and population strong enough to turn the tide.

Germany was a sleeping giant, now awoken.

[googane]

You know a world war is starting when Germany starts spending

[O-TheUnlikely]

Germany: who the hell is makeing loud noices.
Putin: *googles help i accidentally restarted germany

[shamtradtam]

Great to see Germany increase it's military spending. They have a magnificent history of military excellence right from the Teutonic knights. Hope the present Germans honor their ancestors

[JG-mpnb]

It is unfortunate that Putin has ushered in a terrible new era. Long live Ukraine!

[dannymunch]

When you are a Russian soldier invading Ukraine and you suddenly hear Erika playing in the distance.

[jenson]

Thank you Putin for waking up the beast! :)

[russellmarinelli]

It's Russia's worst case scenario a rearmed and unified Germany and nato surrounding them on all sides . .

[ASMR.GentleMan]

Finally Germany unleashes its full strength. With its long military tradition and as a big economic power in Europe it finally accepts its role. I think especially after ww2 Germany must use its might to be a big anchor of freedom in Europe.

[OMG-ds]

🇹🇼Taiwan❤️🇺🇦Ukraine 💪💪 we just want Peace, STOP the war you both!! All Taiwanese are defend our country in to you stop the war.

[P]

When a neighbours house is burning one cannot ignore it, especially if it's arson.
Respect.

[FreedomAtLast]

Putin did what the US tried
Unite the NATO
Thanks Putin

[safwanserajum]

Poland: I am in danger.


France:Surrenders*

[chanhuor]

Respect to Germany. I wish we had stronger leaders like him in the U.S.

[Spaceballz]

Germany after years of neglecting its armed forces for decades to the point of they are not combat ready is finally playing catch up.

[Hellogod]

I express my respect to the people of Ukraine, the President and the leaders of our nation.
Seeing his patriotism, I respect him. Because even knowing that Russia's army (900, 000 is the fifth largest army in the world) is very difficult to fight with them, yet the people and army there preferred to fight instead of leaving the nation. Honor to both former and modern Presidents of Ukraine. They have not gone to other countries, rather they have chosen to fight for their country. Zelensky will go down in history as an inspiration to the world. This is a man who loves his country and his fellow countrymen. This is a man of honor. What a brave people Ukrainians are. True leaders are those who stand up for their country and citizens.

[wolfgangmeyer]

My heart goes out to the people of Ukraine. Fight for your country, for your freedom and land! You are right and will be victorious!

[AO-jkpg]

I think its time for Barabarossa part 2.