Ernstfall – What if Russia Attacks NATO? Inside a German Wargame

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Subscribers: 12
Reviews: 2
Episodes: 6


 Aug 18, 2026
I am not amused at all.

Boy from Oz
 Jul 12, 2026
love it, very detailed and suspenseful.

Description

What if Russia attacked NATO? How would Germany respond? And where are our weaknesses? We wanted answers. In a wargame, we simulate an attack on NATO’s eastern flank. Politicians, former military officials, and experts take on the roles of the German government for a day. A second team plays the Kremlin. The wargame triggered an international debate. It's the reason we decided to publish our results in English as well. In this five-part podcast, you'll hear a simulation of a crisis that many European leaders hope will never happen. Script and Storytelling: Antonia Beckermann, Carolina Drüten Production: Marvin Schwarz If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love to see your ratings on the podcast platforms. If you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback, feel free to comment below the episode or email us at wargame@welt.de. Imprint: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Privacy Policy: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

Episode Date
Episode 5: Moment of Truth
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 Jul 22, 2026
Episode 4: Europe Without America
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 Jul 15, 2026
Episode 3: Emergency Powers
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 Jul 08, 2026
Episode 2: Invasion
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 Jul 01, 2026
Episode 1: Deception
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 Jul 01, 2026
Trailer: Ernstfall – What if Russia Attacks NATO?
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 Jun 29, 2026