German Foreign Policy Criticism

Discussions heavily criticize Germany's foreign policy, particularly its energy dependence on Russia, perceived reluctance to confront Russia, EU dominance, and lack of sovereignty due to US and historical influences.

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www.cnbc unibe.ch US GP C3 wikipedia.org CDU USA EU SPD germany german nuclear germans sovereign trust state country russia france

Sample Comments

HyperSane Apr 16, 2023 View on HN

Why is germany being so incredibly stupid about this?

rjzzleep Jan 14, 2014 View on HN

germany is hardly a sovereign country anymore. they couldn't do so even if they wanted to.disclaimer: i grew up there

SSLy Oct 27, 2024 View on HN

Germany, GP's situation smells like their policies.

jimbob45 Feb 28, 2022 View on HN

In what way are you saying Germany is reluctant?

cynicalsecurity Nov 21, 2025 View on HN

This feels like a betrayal from Germany.

yrgulation Aug 1, 2022 View on HN

Germany is experiencing the results of corruption and arrogance. Not working with allies because "it knows better" has led to this exact moment. Enjoy winter!

aey May 19, 2020 View on HN

Afaik Germany is not part of 5 eyes or 9 eyes. There seems to be a tiny bit of ww2 era resentment there.

pydry May 27, 2021 View on HN

Problem is, Germany really wants that one.

earthnail Jan 8, 2026 View on HN

How is Germany destroying the EU?

dekhn Jan 20, 2023 View on HN

Good. Germany is just trying to play "try to keep russia not angry at us"