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“ The failure for Germany to be in the mainstream risked triggering a wider debate about NATO cohesion and strategy. But, while it is easy to say it didn’t look good and they eventually took the right decision. ”
“ Scholz had a lot of pressure within his own party about getting dragged into the war. And then I guess there is also a genuine fear about what this would trigger on the part of Russia.”
“ Germany came through at the last minute. But it was obvious that it was very skittish to put itself forward.”
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January 24, 2023
“ Germany is a team player. It wants to be in the mix, wants to help, but is somewhat reluctant to take the lead, even within Europe.”
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“ Scholz wants to be a good ally and part of the alliance and in the middle of the pack.”
“ Germany would rather be in the middle of the pack than at the front line. ”
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January 19, 2023