15 Years of Compulsory Military Service Ends

After 15 years of suspended mandatory military service, the German Bundestag is attempting to bolster its armed forces. The Bundeswehr aims to increase its active personnel to 260,000 through voluntary service, but the effectiveness of this strategy remains uncertain. This shift reflects ongoing debates about Germany's defense capabilities and reliance on voluntary recruits.

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