The Sanity Inspector says that we don’t have to worry about the offensive buildup–we have plenty of time:

Former French prime minister Pierre Laval said Monday that Germany is a least five years away from developing an offensive military capability, leaving time to peacefully negotiate a settlement.

“But there is a chance that the Western powers will use bombs or artillery against several sites in Germany,” he was quoted as saying. “Then, the reactions would be strong, and would contribute to increased war fever.”