# Germany Awakes to NATO’s New Reality

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Podcast: [Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toronto-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593854)
Published: 2026-06-12T08:04:30+00:00
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Russia’s military buildup along its borders could trigger a NATO attack by 2029, with over 115,000 troops poised for deployment within 1-3 years. Germany, once reliant on U.S. security, is now waking up to the threat — launching its biggest military expansion since WWII, pledging $1 trillion in defense spending over a decade after constitutional reform. Public opinion has shifted as Europe confronts a new reality: NATO must move beyond promises to deliver real, combat-ready equipment — while the U.S. may reduce its conventional contributions, forcing allies to shoulder more. Meanwhile, Russia’s own rearmament, fueled by higher defense spending as a share of GDP, underscores a critical, high-stakes pivot for global security. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2b22b7bff451749c

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