Russia’s invasion of Ukraine started the deadliest war on European soil in more than 70 years.

The German military deems Russia an “existential risk” to the country and Europe, according to a Spiegel news magazine report that cites a new Bundeswehr strategy paper.

The Russian flag flies on the dome of the Kremlin Senate building behind Spasskaya Tower, in central Moscow, Russia, May 4, 2023. REUTERS/Stringer/File photo

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A Ukrainian prisoner of war (POW) reacts after a swap, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, at an unknown location in Ukraine, June 19, 2025. Ukrainian Presidential Press Service/Handout via REUTERS

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President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday appointed Hennadiy Shapovalov as commander of Ukraine’s land forces, replacing a commander who resigned over a Russian strike on a training area.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy looks on during the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, in Alberta, Canada, June 17, 2025. REUTERS/Amber Bracken/File Photo

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