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Going abroad: What will Germany's new military service act actually change

Under the new law, German men aged 17 to 45 must obtain authorisation for extended stays abroad. The obligation is not new, but critics say it should have been communicated more clearly.

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New German conscription law: eligible men may now need approval for trips abroad

Men aged 17 to 45 may now need approval from the Bundeswehr for trips abroad lasting more than three months. What is behind the new military service law?

Euronews

'One leg in uniform, one in a suit': How one young German is helping reshape Europe's security

Léocadie Reimers represents a generation rethinking security, combining her experiences from military service with her work in private sector defence.

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German soldier suspended after allegedly passing plans of defence purchases to lobbyist

Criminal and disciplinary investigations are reportedly currently underway but further details about the incident have not been released.

Euronews

Bundeswehr could help secure Hormuz but once war ends, German defence minister says

The Bundeswehr could take on a role in securing one of the world's most important trade routes after the end of the war, "but now is not the time to discuss that," the German defence minister said.

Euronews

NATO eastern flank: Germany withdraws Eurofighters from Poland

Germany is withdrawing its Eurofighters from Poland, bringing an important NATO mission to an end. Around 150 soldiers are returning from Malbork.

Euronews

Luminous Flying Object Halts Berlin Brandenburg Airport's Operation For 30 Minutes After Mystery Light Sparks Security Panic

A luminous flying object spotted above a Bundeswehr hangar forced Berlin Brandenburg airport to suspend operations for 30 minutes, triggering a security response and online speculation.

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Germany rehearses mass evacuations of wounded soldiers for NATO war scenario

As NATO's logistical hub in Europe, Germany already plays a key role in moving troops and supplies in the event of an emergency declared by the alliance.

Euronews

German ‘DroneHammer’ offers low-cost defence against drones

German firm Skylance unveiled its low-cost "DroneHammer" anti-drone missile as Berlin moves to expand Bundeswehr powers under a reformed Aviation Security Act.

Euronews

The new space race: how satellites are reshaping Germany's defence

Germany is rearming — and not only on Earth. Last year, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius earmarked around €35 billion for space capabilities. Inspector Thomas Daum explains why space has become a new battlefield.

Euronews

Germany's fighter jet dilemma: Faltering European dream and US reality

Germany is rearming with a renewed focus on buying European. But with the German-French-Spanish fighter jet project, FCAS, at a standstill, does Berlin have any real options beyond the American F-35?

Euronews

No front line, no pause: Russia's hybrid pressure on the Bundeswehr in Lithuania

The German army brigade in Lithuania is not under fire, but it is under hybrid attack. Soldiers report mysterious phone calls, and drones appear to be spying on manoeuvres. How should the Bundeswehr and NATO respond?

Euronews

Germany warns of increased Iranian espionage targeting the Bundeswehr

The German army is coming under increasing scrutiny from Iranian intelligence services, with security officials and lawmakers warning of espionage, cyber attacks and a heightened threat environment.

Euronews

Germany stations army brigade in Lithuania amid Russian threat

The formation of the Bundeswehr's brigade in Lithuania moved into a new phase on 29 January, with two combat battalions subordinated to the brigade as part of Germany's gradual force build-up in Lithuania.

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Greenland and the Bundeswehr: Why the Arctic matters for Germany

Since Russia full-scale invasion of Ukraine almost four years ago, Europe's attention has been firmly fixed on NATO's eastern flank. But could the Arctic become the next area requiring defence and does Bundeswehr have the capacity to take on that role?

Euronews

Kallas visits Berlin for talks with Pistorius on Ukraine, the Arctic and defending Europe

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas held talks in Berlin with German defence minister Boris Pistorius as challenges to the future of European and global security continue to mount.

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Merz's Ukraine remarks spark German backlash over troop deployments

The possible deployment of Bundeswehr troops to Ukraine has become a topic of debate in Germany, the prospect drawing criticism from both the left and the right.

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German Defence Minister Pistorius 'deeply disturbed' by alleged misconduct in elite army unit

The elite Bundeswehr unit allegedly allowed a culture of misconduct to persist for years, such as antisemitism, sexual assault, and violent rituals.

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‘Times have changed’: Germany’s military seeks recruits as it confronts new era

As young men face new rules forcing them to indicate their readiness to serve, the Bundeswehr drums up support at a trade show

Euronews

Made in Germany? Why the Bundeswehr doesn't buy all its weapons at home

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is investing billions in European and international systems, from Czech pistols to US fighter jets. Why are those weapons not being purchased from German manufacturers?

Euronews

NATO chief praises Germany as it aims for 'most capable army in Europe'

While Washington seems inclined to tilt towards Moscow, Germany is rearming and may soon have the strongest army in Europe.

Euronews

Drone combat at home: Simulator lets players step into the frontline

Drones have fundamentally changed modern warfare since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in early 2022, also becoming increasingly crucial for European armies.

Euronews

Ready for war in 2029: Is a Russian attack on NATO a real possibility?

The Bundeswehr is to be "war-ready" by 2029 - but how real is the threat of a Russian attack on NATO?

Euronews

Germany readies massive defence plan to counter potential Russian threat

Until recently, the so-called Operation Plan Germany was classified. It is now clear that in the event of an armed conflict, Germany would serve as a key hub for NATO defence, in an approach reminiscent of the Cold War era.

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Washington depends on Europe, former US Army Europe General Ben Hodges tells Euronews

In an interview with Euronews, retired US Army Lieutenant General Ben Hodges emphasised that Ukraine's victory is crucial for US prosperity and global stability, amid concerns about reducing US military presence in Europe.

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