German intelligence overhaul: Too far, or not far enough? | DW News

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As Germany faces growing threats from espionage, cyberattacks and hybrid warfare, the government wants to expand the powers of its intelligence services. Supporters say the reforms are long overdue. Critics warn they could widen the scope for surveillance and state intervention. So where should the line be drawn? Alex Forrest Whiting discusses the proposed overhaul with DW Berlin Bureau Chief Max Hofmann and intelligence expert Verena Jackson from the University of the Bundeswehr Munich. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:44 Foreign sabotage claims and Germany's response 01:21 Examples of suspected foreign interference in Germany 02:17 What do the intelligence reforms actually change? 04:03 Are Germany's spy agencies "toothless tigers"? 05:25 What new powers could Germany's spy agencies get? 07:23 Why does Germany need an intelligence overhaul? 09:28 Which new powers could make the biggest difference? 11:01 Reducing reliance on US and allied intelligence 12:01 Why has Germany historical

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