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German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius presented a series of measures aimed at preparing the Bundeswehr for a long-term shift in security policy, with ambitious goals for technological superiority.
The number of applicants to the German Bundeswehr increased by 20% in the first quarter of 2026, but the military still faces a significant shortage of approximately 50,000 personnel, according to Defense Minister Pistorius.
International diplomatic efforts are underway, led by countries like Pakistan and France, to facilitate US-Iran talks and ensure the safe navigation or reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The uncertainty surrounding these discussions continues to influence global oil prices.
Germany's parliament has approved a significant contract with defense contractor Rheinmetall to supply loitering munitions, also known as kamikaze drones, to the Bundeswehr, indicating an acceleration in the country's defense capabilities.
Germany's Bundeswehr requires tens of thousands of new beds and billions in funding for its dilapidated bases, with the expansion gaining momentum as part of the country's 'Zeitenwende' defense overhaul.
A new conscription law in Germany has sparked discussion, particularly regarding a regulation that may require men to notify the Bundeswehr before traveling abroad.
German men aged 17 to 45 are now required to report longer stays abroad to the Bundeswehr, a new regulation that has sparked debate about the necessity of such measures for a mature defense policy.
Germany is set to amend its military service law, allowing men aged 17 to 45 to travel abroad for extended periods without requiring a special permit from the Bundeswehr.
An interview with the head of the Officer School of the Army discusses how Generation Z soldiers in the Bundeswehr view their profession with an existential perspective.
A previously unnoticed clause in Germany's conscription law mandates that German men aged 17 to 45 must report if they plan to stay abroad for longer than three months, sparking a renewed debate on military service.
A new German conscription law requires men aged 17 to 45 to report if they plan to travel abroad for more than three months, sparking discussions about its implementation and implications.
Germany's Ministry of Defense confirmed a new rule requiring men aged 17 to 45 to seek approval for stays abroad longer than three months, as part of changes to military service regulations.
Bundeswehr youth officers are visiting schools in Germany to discuss topics like war, conscription, and moral questions with young people, a practice that has seen increased demand during times of crisis.
NATO is preparing for future drone warfare, with next-generation AI-controlled, autonomous drones being developed in Munich and already ordered by the German Bundeswehr.
Germany is being urged to accelerate its military preparations and consider transitioning to a war economy, as the head of the Bundeswehr Association warns that it is an 'illusion' to think Putin is not prepared for a conflict with NATO.
The German army intends to use AI to analyze front-line data more rapidly than soldiers, a critical measure to keep pace with adversaries, according to a top Bundeswehr general, citing the Ukrainian model.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is on an Asia trip to strengthen relations with non-NATO partners, where Japan welcomes the Bundeswehr as a response to US President Donald Trump.
Namen aus "Der Herr der Ringe" werden von Sicherheitsfirmen, JD Vance, Peter Thiel, Giorgia Meloni und auch von Einheiten der Bundeswehr verwendet.
The German Bundeswehr reported a 20% increase in applicants for military careers by the end of February, with approximately 16,100 individuals applying, signaling a potential turnaround for the long-troubled army.
The German Bundeswehr is reportedly struggling with recruitment and attracting volunteers for military service, despite not having issues with acquiring new equipment.
Years after a court ruling, the German Bundeswehr is still awaiting new regulations on how soldiers are permitted to wear their hair, despite ongoing global crises.
Ukrainian military instructors will assist the German army (Bundeswehr) in achieving its goal of being prepared to defend against any Russian attack on NATO by 2029, marking a reversal of roles.
The Bundeswehr is not participating in the war against Iran. However, Bundeswehr bases in the Middle East have also been hit in Iranian attacks. Will German soldiers have to withdraw?
The German Bundeswehr has prohibited photographing and filming in barracks, making clips of German soldiers taboo since late February for security reasons, specifically mentioning TikTok.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius firmly rejected the possibility of the German army, Bundeswehr, engaging in a war in Iran, while the Bundeswehr itself faces internal challenges.
An annual report on the state of Germany's military for parliament welcomes the highest recruitment figures in 15 years. But still it warns that much more needs to be done to reach the government's expansion targets.
High-ranking military officials and budget committee members are criticizing the German Bundeswehr's arms procurement, citing unsuitable purchases and potential taxpayer money waste. Internal documents reveal authorities were aware of the criticism but proceeded with orders.
The German Bundestag's budget committee has given the green light for the procurement of combat drones for the Bundeswehr, subject to conditions and stricter spending rules.
Německo chce k výcviku svých vojáků využít ukrajinské instruktory. Váleční veteráni mají Bundeswehru předat zkušenosti z bojů s ruskou armádou. Například je naučí, jak využívat drony na bojišti nebo j
Germany has adopted a new military strategy, aiming to build the strongest army in Europe, a move that has drawn criticism from some Green politicians. This development is part of broader discussions among European leaders regarding a grand strategy for the continent's defense and future security.
The German army, Bundeswehr, is actively pressing a recruitment drive to attract new personnel. Conscription remains a sensitive topic in Germany, prompting the military to explore alternative methods to boost its ranks.
The German state of Hessen, in cooperation with the Bundeswehr, aims to improve its defense capabilities against drone attacks, with small and medium-sized enterprises expected to play a central role.
The long-serving defense policy spokesman for Germany's AfD party, Lucassen, resigned on Monday, exposing a fundamental internal conflict within the party regarding the Bundeswehr, conscription, and the legitimacy of the Federal Republic.
Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has addressed criticism over a new rule requiring military-aged men to get permission to travel abroad, stating the situation has been fixed despite ongoing concerns.
A dispute has emerged in Germany over the government's plan to invest 35 billion Euros in space technology, with a coalition of young companies fearing that only established players will benefit.
The German Bundeswehr has clarified that under the new conscription law, individuals are not required to deregister before leaving, addressing concerns that arose from the new legislation.
The German Ministry of Defense plans a significant restructuring of its reserve forces, aiming to recruit 140,000 additional reservists, which is seen as an enormous challenge for the Bundeswehr to implement effectively.
Oroszország számára Magyarország a példa arra, amit más európai országokban is el akarnak érni – mondta a HVG-nek Carlo Masala, a Bundeswehr Müncheni Egyetemének professzora, a Ha Oroszország győz –…
A renewed debate on conscription in Germany highlights a little-noticed legal clause requiring German men aged 17 to 45 to report stays abroad longer than three months. A pragmatic solution is reportedly being planned.
A new regulation, part of Germany's military service reform, aims to strengthen the Bundeswehr by requiring mandatory authorization for long periods of military deployment abroad. This measure came into effect on January 1st.
The German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK) reports that domestic industry is rapidly turning to military production, seeing it as an opportunity for many companies.
Germany's military (Bundeswehr) is reportedly lacking in air defense, drones, submarines, digitalization, and personnel, with a broader need for awareness that defense capability extends beyond the military.
The German military, Bundeswehr, is tightening its social media rules for members due to security concerns, despite acknowledging that platforms like Instagram and TikTok have been effective for recruiting new soldiers.
The Ukraine war is seen as a turning point in military history, where defensive strategies have become superior to offensive ones for the first time in a century, with implications for forces like the Bundeswehr.
Fifteen years after Germany suspended compulsory military service, the Bundeswehr aims to increase its active personnel to 260,000 through voluntary service, though questions remain about the sufficiency of this approach.
Russian satellites are reportedly intercepting unencrypted European communication channels, including those used by the German Bundeswehr, while Europe plans to protect its space infrastructure with laser-equipped satellites.
Germany's Bundeswehr is set to procure new submarine hunters for the North Atlantic by 2029, with the F126 project, already dubbed a 'billion-euro grave,' now facing a costly second order.
Applications to join the German armed forces, the Bundeswehr, have significantly increased by 20% compared to the previous year, leading to more recruitments, though thousands of personnel are still needed to reach the target.
Die Bundeswehr engagiert sich im Mittelmeer und am Golf von Aden in mehreren Missionen. Dabei werden Schwächen deutlich.
In Marienburg ist neuerdings eine Alarmrotte mit Abfangjägern der Bundeswehr stationiert. Man will Russland abschrecken – und notfalls Drohnen abwehren.
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Armed Forces, Henning Otte, is criticized for presenting an embellished report on the Bundeswehr, deviating from his role of identifying weaknesses.
Njemačka je povukla dodatne trupe Bundeswehra s Bliskog istoka, rekao je u petak vojni glasnogovornik Reutersu, sedmog dana američko-izraelskog rata protiv Irana koji je potresao regiju.
Germany's Bundeswehr has been granted expanded powers to counter drones, including the authority to shoot down unmanned aerial vehicles in specific emergency situations, following approval by the Bundesrat.
Germany announced it has no intention of sending additional military support to the Middle East, following European allies' plans to move forces to the eastern Mediterranean after a drone attack on a British airbase.
Marode Kasernen, lahme Digitalisierung, Rekruten, die nicht fit sind: Die Bundeswehr hat viele Probleme. Das größte bleibt der Mangel an Personal, zeigt der neue Wehrbericht.
Germany's parliament has voted to grant the Bundeswehr (armed forces) expanded powers to intercept or shoot down drones, following an increase in reported incidents since the start of the war in Ukraine.
The German Bundeswehr's brigade in Lithuania urgently requires drones, with startups competing for billions in taxpayer money to supply them.
The German Bundeswehr is planning a new satellite system, SATCOMBw 4, estimated to cost up to ten billion euros. Airbus is vying for the contract, proposing to establish a new final assembly facility in Germany.
A suggestion from the German Bundeswehr to consider reservists up to 70 years old has sparked discussion, raising questions about the implications for the retirement age.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, easing global energy concerns, with President Trump expressing optimism for an impending deal with Iran. However, Iranian officials have warned they could re-close the vital waterway if the US blockade continues, while also rejecting Trump's claims about giving up uranium.
German defense contractor Rheinmetall has signed a significant contract to become a supplier of attack drones for the Bundeswehr, despite previous criticisms of Ukrainian drones.
Germany's Bundeswehr has temporarily abandoned a controversial provision in a new military service law concerning travel for military-aged men, following public outcry. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius had to explain the issue to the public.
Το υπουργείο Οικονομικών της Γερμανίας εκτιμά ότι η σημερινή ανακοίνωση για συμφωνία κατάπαυσης του πυρός με το Ιράν δεν συνιστά λόγο λήξης συναγερμού σχετικά με τις τιμές των καυσίμων και… Γερμανία:…
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius clarified that a new conscription law requiring approval for foreign travel for able-bodied men will only apply in an emergency, not for routine trips.
The German Bundeswehr has announced that its male personnel are now permitted to travel without prior authorization.
The German army is arming itself for the future. It uses social networks, relies on a new form of conscription, and a scientist wants to modernize the army. But one problem remains.
Beide kandidieren für Posten als FDP-Vorsitzender +++ Grüne: Bundeswehr soll Pflichten für Männer bis 45 aufklären +++ Höne will weiter FDP-Vorsitzender werden +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
The German Bundeswehr is investing 320 million Euros into a former Nazi Ordensburg in Allgäu, a site historically used by the Nazis to train their elite, raising questions about the state's intentions for the historically burdened building.
Germany's Bundeswehr now requires men aged 17 to 45 to obtain permission for extended stays outside the country.
Germany has amended its Conscription Law, now requiring men aged 17-45 to obtain permission from the Bundeswehr if they wish to leave the country for a period longer than three months.
Germany's Rheinmetall and Boeing Australia have partnered to supply combat aircraft, including fighter-bomber drones, to the German military, with the Bundeswehr aiming to acquire hundreds of these systems.
The head of the Bundeswehr Association has warned that Germany must prepare for a war economy, citing a daily increasing threat from Russia and urging faster military strengthening.
The German Bundeswehr appears to have learned from past mistakes with the F-126 frigate project, adopting a more pragmatic approach with the acquisition of four new frigates from a German manufacturer.
German mountain rangers are conducting training exercises in the Norwegian Arctic Circle amidst increasing Russian military presence, signaling growing geopolitical tensions in the region.
Germany is allocating record sums to armaments, putting pressure on the Bundeswehr's procurement agency to become faster and less bureaucratic in its purchasing processes.
Uudenkaupungin Työvene, a Finnish company, has received an order from the German Bundeswehr for a crew transport vessel, with the purchase price undisclosed for security reasons.
The Bavarian Constitutional Court has ruled that Bavarian universities are not obligated to cooperate with the Bundeswehr, strengthening academic freedom and setting a precedent beyond Bavaria.
More than 600 Ukrainian servicemen have completed training at the Bundeswehr Artillery School in Germany to operate the new RCH 155 self-propelled artillery system, which has not yet entered service with the German army.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is affecting the deployments of the German Bundeswehr in the region, leading to tasks being put on hold, contingents reduced, and personnel relocated.
Airbus, Rheinmetall, and OHB are reportedly considering a cooperation to build the planned satellite network for the German Bundeswehr, rather than competing against each other.
NJEMAČKA povlači dodatne snage Bundeswehra s Bliskog istoka zbog američko-izraelskog rata protiv Irana. Evakuacije obuhvaćaju vojnike iz Libanona, Iraka, Bahreina i Kuvajta.
Nach Rechtsextremismusvorfällen in der Bundeswehr wurden Lieder wie das "Panzerlied" 2017 aus deren Repertoire gestrichen. Ein neues Liederbuch sollte kommen.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius reiterated that there is no possibility of Bundeswehr military participation in the US-Israeli attacks against Iran, speaking at a special session.
Die Bundeswehr braucht laut Henning Otte vor allem mehr Personal. Sein Bericht vermerkt steigende Fallzahlen bei Extremismus und sexualisiertem Fehlverhalten.
The German Bundestag is set to decide on a new air security law to counter drone incidents around airports, granting more powers to the Bundeswehr and imposing stricter penalties.
The Enforce Tac fair in Nuremberg showcases military equipment from startups and large corporations, as Germany discusses defense spending and the Bundeswehr plans record expenditures.
Defence minister calls for clarification of US tech billionaire’s role in start-up set to win Bundeswehr contract