If Europe wants independence, why does it keep turning to the US?

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Europe wants growth, innovation and strategic autonomy. But can it become more competitive without becoming more dependent on the US? Max Hofmann speaks with Cecilia Malmström and Kai Steinecke on Berlin Briefing.

22 Oct English Germany News

From intelligence scandals to Russia’s shadow war:  Ex-Estonian defense chief Hanno Pevkur discusses Europe’s security challenges

At the Warsaw Security Forum, Nina Haase spoke with the ex-Estonian defense chief about Germany’s recent spy scandal and Russia. The bigger question: How can intelligence shared with another country be protected?

19 Oct 11 min

Former German Minister Habeck: Russia remains the biggest threat

From the Warsaw Security Forum, Nina Haase and Alexandra von Nahmen speak with Robert Habeck on Russia, the Arctic’s strategic role and democratic resilience.

14 Oct 21 min

Former BND head arrested: Can Germany still be trusted with secrets?

As Germany's former spy chief is accused of selling state secrets, Berlin Briefing looks at the allegations, the fallout for the BND intelligence agency & the wider impact of Germany's biggest espionage scandal in years.

7 Oct 34 min

Can Ukraine still count on Germany?

Friedrich Merz says support for Ukraine is a matter of national interest. This week's Berlin Briefing asks whether a far-right AfD surge and Russia's return to the negotiating table spell trouble.

2 Oct 34 min

Germany's great divide: Is Friedrich Merz losing the center?

In this Berlin Briefing, Nina Haase, Michaela Küfner and Max Hofmann discuss the far-right AfD party's ambitions, why Berlin's Left Party win is no Mamdani moment, and what's next for Germany's embattled chancellor.

23 Sep 30 min