Public has little confidence in the German military to defend country: Poll
May 25, 2026
Berlin [Germany], May 25: Confidence in the ability of the German military to defend the country is low, according to a survey conducted by the Insa polling institute and published by the mass circulation Bild on Sunday. The poll of 1,005 respondents taken on May 21-22 found that 17% either fully or to some extent endorsed the statement that the Bundeswehr or German Armed Forces would be able to defend Germany adequately.
A full 72% felt it wouldn't. Just 38% were concerned about a possible attack by Russia, while 50% were unconcerned. The latter figure was down from the 52% recorded in September 2025. There was considerably greater concern about a digital attack, with two thirds of respondents expressing concern about cyberattacks, sabotage or targeted disinformation, while 22% showed little or no concern in this regard. (dpa)
Source: Qatar Tribune
