A recent discussion on the German talk show "Maischberger" highlighted the urgent need for Europe to accelerate its defense preparations.

Military expert Carlo Masala and Bundeswehr General Inspector Carsten Breuer warned that Europe has only four years to become defense-ready against potential threats from Russia.

They emphasized that Russia is actively preparing for a larger conflict, with increased military activities and hybrid tactics like drone surveillance and sabotage.

The experts stressed the importance of strong deterrence and preparation to prevent escalation.

Concerns were also raised about NATO's credibility, especially with uncertainties surrounding U.

S. commitment under leaders like Donald Trump.

The discussion underscored the need for Europe to wake up to the reality of modern threats and invest in its security.