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Jun 12, 2024 · If the bill passes, the new military service would still be voluntary and a far cry from compulsory conscription for young men, which was suspended in Germany in 2011, after 55 years. Since then, there has been no mandatory military and civilian service in the country.
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Jun 12, 2024 · Germany is planning a new military service model as the country looks to revamp its depleted armed forces in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, parliamentary sources told AFP on Wednesday.
May 13, 2024 · The German parliament suspended military service in 2011, 55 years after it was introduced. However, its legal basis in the Constitution remained. According to current legislation, compulsory...
May 11, 2024 · Against the backdrop of Russia's war on Ukraine and low birth rates, Germany is debating a return to compulsory military service. It wouldn't be the only country in Europe to do so.
Jun 12, 2024 · The move would mark the first step in the reintroduction of mandatory military service in Germany after it was ended 13 years ago. Here's what we know about the plans so far.
Jun 12, 2024 · Germany unveils a new military service model to strengthen the Bundeswehr amid rising security concerns from Russia. The plan focuses on volunteer recruitment with potential mandatory...
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Jun 12, 2024 · BERLIN — Germany's defense minister announced on Wednesday plans for new legislation that would help refill the depleted ranks of the armed forces to bolster the country's defense capabilities.
