Sönke Neitzel

Sönke Neitzel

historian Germany

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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Germany Germany: Military historian Sönke Neitzel questions the Social Democrats on how they plan to defend the country. 5

Süddeutsche Zeitung: News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 11. November 2025 - Politik

Germany Germany: Sönke Neitzel is a military historian who advocates for clear language in discussions about military service. 7

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Wehrdienst-Anhörung im Bundestag: „Wir können weiter Nebelkerzen anzünden“ - Politik

Denmark Denmark: Sönke Neitzel warned that peace in Europe may soon be over due to Russia's war in Ukraine. 5

Politiken: En krig med Rusland kan komme før, end vi tror

Denmark Denmark: Sönke Neitzel warned that peace in Europe may soon be over due to Russia's war in Ukraine. 5

Politiken: En krig med Rusland kan komme før, end vi tror

Switzerland Switzerland: Sönke Neitzel is a military historian whose concept of structural pacifism is discussed by Helmut Lethen. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Generäle sind heute besonnener als Politiker

Germany Germany: 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. 6

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Gefahr durch Russland: Der schlimmste Fall ist noch nicht der wahrscheinlichste. - Meinung