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flag Germany expands military to 260,000 active troops by 2035 with new recruitment plan, no conscription.

flag Germany’s parliament has approved a military recruitment plan to expand the armed forces to 260,000 active personnel and 200,000 reservists by 2035 without reinstating conscription. flag The initiative includes improved pay, flexible service terms starting at six months, and mandatory medical exams for 18-year-old men beginning in 2026. flag Questionnaires will be sent to young adults to assess interest, with the possibility of limited conscription if defense needs arise. flag The government will report recruitment progress every six months starting in 2027. flag The move aims to strengthen Germany’s military amid rising regional security concerns and follows similar efforts by France, Belgium, and Poland.

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