With Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Europe was reminded of the bad memories of World War II.
Putin was threatening not only the freedom of Ukraine but also the democracies of the world.
The former Soviet states in particular were part of Putin's imperial ambitions.
Ukraine, Sweden, Finland, the Baltic Sea, Poland, Kaliningrad, Suwalki Gap, the Baltic Trio, the threats were growing.
The changing strategic environment and Russia's recent actions have mobilized NATO.
In particular, Germany has implemented a top-secret plan involving 800,000 troops and hundreds of thousands of armored vehicles and tanks to protect both its allies and Ukraine.
But how does this secret German plan create a paralyzing environment for Vladmir Putin's aims?