The general public sentiment in Germany favors a cautious approach in international affairs, with a preference for diplomacy over military involvement. This could translate into a reluctance to strongly oppose Russia.

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German public sentiment generally favors diplomacy over military action in international affairs.

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"It is striking how big the differences between Germans in the east and west of the country are. In the east, in what was the former German Democratic Republic (GDR) with a population of 16.4 million in 1989, only 31 percent demanded more toughness toward Russia, while in the west, (the former Federal Republic with a population of nearly 63 million), 47 percent wanted more toughness."

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Understanding Germany’s half-hearted support of Ukraine