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Germany's Bundestag approved legislation on Friday by 323 votes to 272, with one abstention, that introduces voluntary military service aimed at expanding the armed forces from approximately 180,000 soldiers to 260,000, plus an additional 200,000 reservists by 2035.

Germany's Bundestag approved legislation on Friday by 323 votes to 272, with one abstention, that introduces voluntary military service aimed at expanding the armed forces from approximately 180,000 soldiers to 260,000, plus an additional 200,000 reservists by 2035.

Starting in January 2026, all 18-year-olds in Germany will receive questionnaires asking about their interest in military service, with men required to respond and women having the option to answer voluntarily, and from July 2027, men will undergo mandatory medical examinations.

Starting in January 2026, all 18-year-olds in Germany will receive questionnaires asking about their interest in military service, with men required to respond and women having the option to answer voluntarily, and from July 2027, men will undergo mandatory medical examinations.

The legislation offers incentives for voluntary enlistment, including a monthly starting salary of approximately €2,600 ($3,026), an increase of 450 euros from current levels, with service commitments beginning at a minimum of six months.

The legislation offers incentives for voluntary enlistment, including a monthly starting salary of approximately €2,600 ($3,026), an increase of 450 euros from current levels, with service commitments beginning at a minimum of six months.

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany has become a model for defense in Europe, emphasizing that the legislation represents a decisive step for the country's defense capability as allies observe Germany's military development.

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany has become a model for defense in Europe, emphasizing that the legislation represents a decisive step for the country's defense capability as allies observe Germany's military development.

Youth protests occurred across more than 80 German cities, including Berlin, Cologne and Kassel on Friday, with organizers stating they oppose spending time in barracks and training, they don't want to kill, and arguing that war offers no prospects for the future. A member of Parliament also called for youth strikes.

Youth protests occurred across more than 80 German cities, including Berlin, Cologne and Kassel on Friday, with organizers stating they oppose spending time in barracks and training, they don't want to kill, and arguing that war offers no prospects for the future. A member of Parliament also called for youth strikes.

Meanwhile, within the right-wing political party Alternative for Germany (AfD), a defense policy spokesman publicly criticized politicians opposed to the law, stating it contradicts the party platform that was confirmed with over 70% support.

Meanwhile, within the right-wing political party Alternative for Germany (AfD), a defense policy spokesman publicly criticized politicians opposed to the law, stating it contradicts the party platform that was confirmed with over 70% support.

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Youth protests occurred across more than 80 German cities, including Berlin, Cologne and Kassel on Friday, with organizers stating they oppose spending time in barracks and training, they don't want to kill, and arguing that war offers no prospects for the future. One member of Parliament called for the youth to strike.

Youth protests occurred across more than 80 German cities, including Berlin, Cologne and Kassel on Friday, with organizers stating they oppose spending time in barracks and training, they don't want to kill, and arguing that war offers no prospects for the future. One member of Parliament called for the youth to strike.

Germany's military expansion to 260,000 troops represents dangerous war mobilization targeting Russia by 2030. The ruling class seeks to screen entire generations as cannon fodder while spending 5 percent of GDP on rearmament comparable to Nazi-era programs. This aggressive preparation for nuclear conflict with Russia, driven by NATO's provocative eastward expansion, requires suppressing the working class and establishing authoritarian rule incompatible with democracy.

Germany's military expansion to 260,000 troops represents dangerous war mobilization targeting Russia by 2030. The ruling class seeks to screen entire generations as cannon fodder while spending 5 percent of GDP on rearmament comparable to Nazi-era programs. This aggressive preparation for nuclear conflict with Russia, driven by NATO's provocative eastward expansion, requires suppressing the working class and establishing authoritarian rule incompatible with democracy.

Expanding Germany's military to 260,000 soldiers addresses the genuine Russian threat and fulfills NATO obligations for continental defense. With Russia openly preparing for war against Europe, Germany must lead the continent's security after decades of dangerous pacifism. Opposing this necessary defense buildup amounts to betrayal, leaving the nation vulnerable while Moscow threatens European sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Expanding Germany's military to 260,000 soldiers addresses the genuine Russian threat and fulfills NATO obligations for continental defense. With Russia openly preparing for war against Europe, Germany must lead the continent's security after decades of dangerous pacifism. Opposing this necessary defense buildup amounts to betrayal, leaving the nation vulnerable while Moscow threatens European sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Expanding Germany's military to 260,000 soldiers addresses the genuine Russian threat and fulfills NATO obligations for continental defense. With Russia openly preparing for war against Europe, Germany must lead the continent's security after decades of dangerous pacifism. This is apolitical, as even the opposition parties understand that opposing this necessary defense buildup amounts to betrayal, leaving the nation vulnerable while Moscow threatens European sovereignty.

Expanding Germany's military to 260,000 soldiers addresses the genuine Russian threat and fulfills NATO obligations for continental defense. With Russia openly preparing for war against Europe, Germany must lead the continent's security after decades of dangerous pacifism. This is apolitical, as even the opposition parties understand that opposing this necessary defense buildup amounts to betrayal, leaving the nation vulnerable while Moscow threatens European sovereignty.

A German military expansion, especially through mandated conscription, represents a dangerous mobilization for war by 2030. The ruling class seeks to screen entire generations as cannon fodder while spending 5% of GDP on rearmament comparable to Nazi-era programs. This aggressive preparation for nuclear conflict with Russia, driven by NATO's provocative eastward expansion, requires suppressing the working class and establishing authoritarian rule.

A German military expansion, especially through mandated conscription, represents a dangerous mobilization for war by 2030. The ruling class seeks to screen entire generations as cannon fodder while spending 5% of GDP on rearmament comparable to Nazi-era programs. This aggressive preparation for nuclear conflict with Russia, driven by NATO's provocative eastward expansion, requires suppressing the working class and establishing authoritarian rule.

There's a 14% chance of direct conflict between Russia and any NATO member state before 2027, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

There's a 14% chance of direct conflict between Russia and any NATO member state before 2027, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

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