Sönke Neitzel
Prof. Sönke Neitzel is a prominent German military historian known for his expertise in military strategy and defense policy. He has been vocal about the current state of Germany's military preparedness, particularly in light of rising tensions in Europe. In a recent interview with the German newspaper 'Bild,' Neitzel warned of potential military threats from Russia, specifically mentioning the possibility of an attack on Lithuania. He expressed concerns about Germany's inadequate defense capabilities and highlighted the slow pace of military investment and modernization within the country, emphasizing that Germany may not be ready to defend itself effectively until 2035.
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Sönke Neitzel comments on NATO during a discussion with Caren Miosga.
Caren Miosga zur aufregenden Trump-Woche um Grönland: Ein wenig Schärfe hätte Sendung gut getan - Medien
Germany· 2026-01-26
Sönke Neitzel comments on NATO during a discussion with Caren Miosga.
Caren Miosga: Optimismus als letzter Strohhalm - MedienGermany· 2026-01-26Military historian Sönke Neitzel questions the Social Democrats on how they plan to defend the country.
News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 11. November 2025 - PolitikGermany· 2025-11-11
Sönke Neitzel is a military historian who advocates for clear language in discussions about military service.
Wehrdienst-Anhörung im Bundestag: „Wir können weiter Nebelkerzen anzünden“ - PolitikGermany· 2025-11-10
Sönke Neitzel has been a constant warning voice regarding military issues.
Raketen und Resilienz: Zwei Bücher über Kriegsszenarien in Deutschland - PolitikGermany· 2025-10-16
Sönke Neitzel warned that peace in Europe may soon be over due to Russia's war in Ukraine.
En krig med Rusland kan komme før, end vi tror
Denmark· 2025-09-26Sönke Neitzel warned that peace in Europe may soon be over due to Russia's war in Ukraine.
En krig med Rusland kan komme før, end vi trorDenmark· 2025-09-24Sönke Neitzel is a German military historian and professor who sparked reactions across Europe with his statement about the potential for conflict in 2025.
Jutarnji list - 'Ljeto 2025. moglo bi biti posljednje koje smo proživjeli u miru!': Njemački stručnjak izazvao burne reakcije diljem Europe
Croatia· 2025-09-15
Sönke Neitzel is a German military historian and professor who sparked reactions across Europe with his statement about the potential for conflict in 2025.
Jutarnji list - 'Ljeto 2025. moglo bi biti posljednje koje smo proživjeli u miru!': Njemački stručnjak izazvao burne reakcije diljem EuropeCroatia· 2025-09-14Sönke Neitzel is a German military historian and professor who sparked reactions across Europe with his statement about the potential for conflict in 2025.
Jutarnji list - 'Ljeto 2025. moglo bi biti posljednje koje smo proživjeli u miru!': Njemački stručnjak izazvao burne reakcije diljem EuropeCroatia· 2025-09-14Sönke Neitzel is a military historian whose concept of structural pacifism is discussed by Helmut Lethen.
Generäle sind heute besonnener als Politiker
Switzerland· 2025-08-26
Sönke Neitzel is a well-known military historian who believes that Putin's Russia may use the 'Zapad' maneuver for an attack on the Baltic states.
Gefahr durch Russland: Der schlimmste Fall ist noch nicht der wahrscheinlichste. - MeinungGermany· 2025-07-30
Sönke Neitzel discusses potential targets of Russia and his willingness to defend the country.
"Die nächsten drei Jahre sind die gefährlichsten" - Interview mit Militärhistoriker Sönke Neitzel - KulturGermany· 2025-07-30
Sönke Neitzel is a prominent military historian discussing potential Russian attack targets and his willingness to defend the country.
"Die nächsten drei Jahre sind die gefährlichsten" - Interview mit Sönke Neitzel. - KulturGermany· 2025-07-26Sönke Neitzel is a military historian who criticized the Bundeswehr for being slow to adapt to new developments.
warum die Bundeswehr nicht vorbereitet istSwitzerland· 2025-07-13
Historian Sonke Neitzel suggested that the upcoming summer could be the last peaceful one in Europe.
schermaglie Kiev-Mosca, per lo storico Neitzel sarà "l'ultima estate di pace"
San Marino· 2025-05-03
Sönke Neitzel is a German historian whose words were referenced regarding the potential for 2025 to be the last peaceful summer in Europe.
Karas Ukrainoje. Ukrainos ekspertas: ši vasara gali būti paskutinė taiki vasara Europoje
Lithuania· 2025-04-11
Sönke Neitzel is a prominent military historian from Germany who recently stated that the upcoming summer could be the last summer of peace in Europe.
Jutarnji list - Njemački vojni povjesničar: Ovo ljeto bi moglo biti posljednje ljeto mira u Europi. Gdje će Rusi napasti? Na ovom mostu...Croatia· 2025-04-09
Sönke Neitzel is a military historian who commented on the potential for conflict in Europe by the summer of 2025.
Was die westlichen Armeen gelernt habenSwitzerland· 2025-03-27
Sönke Neitzel warns of a possible Russian attack on Lithuania this autumn.
Ultima vară de pace în Europa. Avertisment sumbru cu privire la intențiile lui Putin: „Asistăm la o situație de securitate globală”
Romania· 2025-03-24
Prof. Sönke Neitzel warned that Russia might attack Lithuania this autumn.
Almanların savaş tedirginliği artıyor - Hürriyet Dünyadan Haberler
Turkey· 2025-03-24