We unpack the EU plan to ban Russian oil and wonder why Germany is so hung up on Ukraine's refusal to let German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visit Kyiv. Our special guest is Cambridge Professor Helen Thompson, who explores the relationship between energy and politics.
[2:10] POLITICO's Politics Editor Andrew Gray is joined by Senior Trade Correspondent ... Show More
Apr 2022
How Germany’s Approach to Russia Backfired
<p>Thirty years ago, Germany put forth a theory for how to work with Russia. Major energy deals, leaders argued, would keep Russia from going to war with its neighbors.</p><p>Over the past 20 years, Germany has made itself incredibly dependent on Russian gas. </p><p>The war in Uk ... Show More
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Jan 2023
Tanke schön: a breakthrough for Ukraine
This week Olaf Scholz confirmed that Germany will send 14 Leopard 2 battle tanks to Ukraine and gave partner countries permission to send their tanks too. The decision, which could have a significant effect on the war, came after months of stalling.
Megan Gibson in London, Katie ... Show More
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