Summary
Around 3,000 people in Berlin protested against Germany's new military conscription bill. The bill, approved by the German parliament, aims to expand the country’s armed forces amid concerns about security threats from Russia. European countries are bolstering their defense capabilities in response to potential Russian aggression.
Key Facts
- About 3,000 people protested in Berlin against Germany's new conscription bill.
- Germany's parliament passed the bill to increase military personnel amid security concerns.
- The law aims to grow Germany’s army from 183,000 to 260,000 active soldiers by 2035.
- A dual-system allows voluntary service but can activate conscription if recruitment is low.
- Men born after January 1, 2008, must have a medical check for potential conscription.
- European nations are enhancing military forces due to potential threats from Russia.
- Germany suspended its previous conscription system in 2011.
- NATO allies, including the U.S., call for increased European defense spending.
