Germany's ruling parties agree on new military service plan

NAMPA / Xinhua

2025-11-13

BERLIN, Nov. 13 (Xinhua) -- Following lengthy negotiations, Germany's ruling parties on Thursday announced an agreement on detailed plans to reform the country's military service model, including provisions that could allow the reintroduction of conscription. While the primary objective remains strengthening the Bundeswehr through voluntary enlistment, the revised system will incorporate mandatory components. Under the new plan, all 18-year......

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