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Germany’s Bold Plan to Counter Russian Threats with British-Style Intelligence

A radical shift is brewing in Berlin. Could Britain’s spycraft—and its storytelling—be the key to Germany’s defense against Russian aggression?

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Germany in Danger - Expert Gaub Proposes Unconventional Idea - Germany’s Bold Plan to Counter Russian Threats with British-Style Intelligence

BND President Bruno Kahl recently told a Bundestag oversight committee that Germany is already 'under fire'. The federal government, alongside think tanks like the SWP, has urged better coordination across defence, resilience, and intelligence capabilities. Political scientist Carlo Masala highlighted that while attack methods remain familiar, their pace has surged.

The debate centres on two key steps: upgrading intelligence capabilities and building public trust. Officials and analysts want faster reactions to threats and greater openness, possibly through media. With high trust levels already in place, the focus now shifts to turning confidence into active resilience.

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