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flag Germany to offer voluntary military service to 18-year-olds in 2026, aiming to boost troops and reservists by 2035.

flag Germany’s parliament has approved a plan to strengthen its military by offering voluntary service to 18-year-olds starting in 2026, with men required to undergo mandatory medical exams but not forced to enlist. flag The move, aimed at growing active troops to 260,000 and reservists to 200,000 by 2035, leaves open the possibility of limited, needs-based conscription if recruitment falls short. flag The legislation, passed 323 to 272, includes improved pay and flexible service terms, reflecting a broader European defense buildup amid ongoing security concerns.

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