Germany news: 'Daughters' protest after Merz remarks DW 10/22/2025
Protests erupted at CDU headquarters over Chancellor Merz's remarks seen as racist, while the Reserve Association warned conscription may need reinstatement despite volunteer expectations.
Germany news: Coalition frictions open on military service DW 10/14/2025
Germany's coalition remains divided over reinstating military service, with the CDU proposing a lottery for non-volunteers and the SPD resisting the plan.