Edward Marchesi According to Alexander Sollfrank , commander of the Operatives Führungskommando der Bundeswehr , Germany is experiencing a state of undeclared tension: it is not at war, but it can no longer call itself at peace. The general emphasizes that Russian pressure manifests itself through quantitative and qualitative attacks , including espionage, sabotage, and disinformation campaigns that weaken civilian and military structures.
The Russian context is described as a form of hybrid warfare that leverages modern technologies and cyber networks to create internal vulnerabilities. Recent incidents involving drones and acts of sabotage have prompted German authorities to strengthen protection measures for military installations, demonstrating a response that goes far beyond traditional surveillance.
The current situation: Germany between peace and silent conflict
Authorities have acknowledged that a conventional attack, while unlikely thanks to constant monitoring, is not the only scenario to consider. The German Operational Plan was developed to transform the country into a logistics platform capable of hosting and rapidly moving allied armed forces.
In doing so, Germany is taking on the role of transit drug for tens of thousands of NATO soldiers , thus ensuring a more effective collective response on the eastern border.
Operational Plan Germany: Logistics for NATO Troops
The strategy document calls for the use of rail, port, and air infrastructure to rapidly mobilize Allied forces. The presence of German soldiers and international units is planned to create a " defensive belt " that will make it difficult for a potential attacker to gain a territorial advantage. The plan is designed to be active "before the first strike," meaning that transport routes, supply bases, and command centers are already prepared for immediate use.
Mobilization of at least 20.000 soldiers
According to the general, the planned response includes the movement of approximately 20.000 troops by land, air, and sea to the Baltics should Russia decide to launch a conventional attack on NATO territory. These troops would be ready to deploy in a coordinated manner, leveraging German logistics hubs to ensure rapid deployment. The objective is clear: to demonstrate a credible defense capability and deter any invasion attempt.
Countermeasures against sabotage, drones and espionage
In response to recent sabotage incidents and increased espionage activities , the Bundeswehr has stepped up security measures at its installations . Anti-drone defense capabilities have been enhanced, with more advanced detection and neutralization systems, and access controls to bases have been increased. Furthermore, authorities are working closely with intelligence agencies to monitor disinformation networks, seeking to thwart sabotage operations before they can cause significant damage.
General Sollfrank also emphasized that Russia has made strategic mistakes, overestimating its own military power and underestimating the cohesion of the European Union and NATO . These factors, combined with a better prepared German defense, constitute a deterrent of considerable value for the entire European continent.