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Denmark Mandates Women's Military Service by 2025

3/26/2025

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Denmark is set to break new ground by mandating military conscription for women starting July 1, 2025, a year ahead of schedule. Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen revealed this bold move, aimed at strengthening the armed forces in response to escalating threats from Russia. Furthermore, the duration of military service will increase from four to eleven months beginning August 2026.

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Denmark is set to break new ground by mandating military conscription for women starting July 1, 2025, a year ahead of schedule. Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen revealed this bold move, aimed at strengthening the armed forces in response to escalating threats from Russia. Furthermore, the duration of military service will increase from four to eleven months beginning August 2026.