Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, the Youth Daily reported that German Defense Minister Pestorius unveiled a new military service proposal aiming to attract more youth to join the forces and gradually expand the Bundeswehr to address global tensions arising from the Ukraine-Russia war and Middle East crisis. The plan involves screening volunteers for a 6-month mandatory service and selecting the most motivated individuals for duty, with the goal of increasing the reserve forces by 200,000 to meet defense needs. This move comes as Germany reconsiders conscription due to escalating security threats in Europe.
Source: YAHOO