Overview

• Udo Lindenberg, a lifelong pacifist, expressed doubts about whether peace advocacy alone can protect freedom in today's unstable world.
• The musician described the current global situation, including the Ukraine war and Germany's military rearmament debate, as a 'horrorscenario.'
• Lindenberg raised concerns about the influence of figures like Vladimir Putin, Elon Musk, and Donald Trump, criticizing Germany's leadership as weak.
• He questioned whether military strength might now be necessary alongside activism to safeguard democratic values.
• Despite his concerns, Lindenberg emphasized hope for future leaders with progressive visions and the need to continue fighting for the next generation.