The German government needs to invest mainly in infrastructure, education, and housing instead of the military because the danger allegedly coming from Russia is unrealistic, said the country’s former chancellor, Gerhard Schröder, in an interview with the Suddeutsche Zeitung newspaper. His statement comes as the popularity of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz continues to decline, along with the economy. “Do you really believe that Russian medium-range missiles will be fired at Germany?” he said, commenting on the government’s increased spending on the German Army’s combat capabilities. Schröder criticised Scholz for creating a special fund for the German Army despite other problems existing in Germany […] #Featured #World Read Full Article: https://www.vtforeignpolicy.com/2023/10/former-german-chancellor/?feed_id=4977