Germany Faces Challenges in Supporting Ukraine: What Has Changed

Ukraine continues to receive strong support in Germany at both government and societal levels, but it faces internal difficulties. The spreading fears of escalated conflict due to Russian threats and propaganda cause concern among German citizens. Russian propaganda affects them, targeting messages to various groups of citizens.

Margarete Klein emphasized the importance of demonstrating factual evidence of Russian crimes in order to avoid falling into the 'trap of disinformation'. At the same time, there remains uncertainty regarding further support for Ukraine from the United States.

A SWP employee also noted that President Trump's strategy involves the use of threats that prompt the other side to respond. To compel Putin to negotiate, sufficient support for Ukraine and an understanding that Russia cannot win the war are necessary.