Could Germany save peace and democracy? The conflict-averse country has announced record military spending. In the US’s absence, it might become the new leader of the free world.
New world order emerges from chaos
Fighting machine: Germany’s new Panther K51 tank (above) is one of the most advanced in the world with three layers of protection: passive, reactive and active. Ukraine will be the first country in the world to receive a consignment. Glossary
Fascist - Following fascism, a set of ideologies that advocates dictatorial power, political violence, suppression of opposition, traditional gender roles, and official racism.
Nazi Party - The radical far-right movement and political party in Germany led by Adolf Hitler in the 1930s.
World War Two - A global war that lasted from 1939 to 1945 and included all of the great powers.
Nato - The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation was founded in 1949 to unite Western democracies in Europe and North America against the perceived growing threat of the USSR. It now has 31 members.
Standard Bearer - A leading figure in a cause of movement or, literally, a lead soldier carrying an army's flag or standard.