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3 weeks ago
Germany news

German Veterans' Day to recognize service to the country DW 04/25/2024

Recognition for veterans' sacrifices and the need for better support and rehabilitation. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
Germany news

The German parliament votes for an annual veterans' day to honor military service

The German parliament voted to establish an annual national veterans' day on June 15 to honor military personnel, signaling a shift towards recognizing and appreciating soldiers and veterans. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Germany news

Germany: Bundeswehr ranks shrink despite recruitment drive DW 02/02/2024

The total number of full-time and reservist Bundeswehr German military personnel decreased by about 1,500 in 2023.
High employment rates and demographic changes pose recruitment challenges for the military. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Russia's spy leak reveals military communications risk DW 03/06/2024

German military officials' sensitive discussions leaked, sparking cybersecurity concerns.
Russia likely tapped into online call due to an individual user error, raising questions about cybersecurity awareness within the Bundeswehr. [ more ]
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3 months ago
EU data protection

Germany weighs allowing foreign citizens into the army DW 01/22/2024

A proposal to allow foreign citizens to serve in the German army could be extended to Europeans in countries outside of the EU.
The idea of welcoming non-Germans to enlist in the Bundeswehr has received support from lawmakers and is seen as a step towards a European army. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Europe news

How Germany fudges the math on NATO and Ukraine DW 01/20/2024

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is popular despite scaled-back plans to reform Germany's armed forces.
Germany is criticized for not reaching NATO's spending target and using military funds for aid to Ukraine. [ more ]
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4 months ago
Germany politics

Germany mulls reintroduction of compulsory military service DW 12/29/2023

The German military falls short of its target number of soldiers despite concerns over conflicts in Europe.
Germany is considering reinstating conscription, inspired by the Swedish model where all young men and women are conscripted but only a select few serve in the military. [ more ]
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