German security experts debate Ukraine partnership and defense capabilities

Security experts Jana Puglierin and Johannes Varwick discussed Germany's strategic partnership with Ukraine in a Freitag debate. Puglierin argued that supporting Ukraine's post-war sovereignty and self-defense capabilities aligns with shared interests between the two nations. The conversation, held at Hegelplatz, addressed whether Russia's war aims extend beyond Ukraine. Both experts recently published books—Puglierin's examines who defends Europe, while Varwick's advocates for peace. Their differing approaches were debated respectfully. Germany and Ukraine have entered a strategic partnership, which Puglierin views positively as it helps Ukraine position itself independently after conflict. The discussion explored security dilemmas and distinctions between war-readiness and defense preparedness.