In Germany, half of the population believes that remembering Nazi crimes is still appropriate, according to a recent Infratest survey for the ARD “Deutschlandtrend.” One in five people (22 percent) thinks that more emphasis should be placed on remembering, while a similar number (23 percent) believes that too much attention is given to the atrocities committed by National Socialism.
The Russian aggression against Ukraine has led to a return of fears of a more widespread military conflict in Europe. With the end of the Second World War 80 years ago, almost two-thirds of the German population (64 percent) are very or somewhat concerned about a large war in Europe. Only 34 percent have little or no concern about this. Eleven years ago, in June 2014, only 29 percent expressed such concern.
The new US administration is pushing Ukraine to compromise with Russia and has now ruled out its NATO membership. However, according to the majority of Germans (77 percent), the decision to initiate negotiations with Russia remains primarily up to Ukraine.
At the same time, 47 percent believe that giving up certain Ukrainian territories may be necessary to end the war. Regarding a potential NATO membership for Ukraine, 48 percent are in favor and 40 percent are against.
The survey, conducted by Infratest, involved a total of 1,325 people from May 5th to 6th, 2025.