Summary
Germany has announced a plan to strengthen its military and aims to have the strongest army in Europe. The plan includes requiring 18-year-old men to complete a questionnaire for military service suitability, with the possibility of increasing troop numbers significantly. The plan is a response to concerns about Russia's actions in Ukraine and potential threats to Europe.
Key Facts
- Germany plans to strengthen its military to become the strongest in Europe.
- All 18-year-old men must complete a questionnaire about military service starting next year.
- The plan forecasts increasing the military to 260,000 troops over ten years.
- German military spending is expected to rise to 153 billion euros annually by 2029.
- The plan is a response to concerns about potential Russian aggression in Europe.
- The government aims to make military service attractive and voluntary, not compulsory.
- German lawmakers are expected to vote on the plan by the end of the year.
