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Elite German Paratroopers Investigated for Antisemitism, Abuse

12/29/2025

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An elite paratrooper regiment based in Zweibruecken is under investigation in Germany for antisemitic incidents and sexual abuse.
The Defense Ministry condemned the behavior as "unacceptable."
The probe began after two women soldiers filed a complaint in June.
Disciplinary actions have been taken, with 19 soldiers facing dismissal.
Germany has previously dealt with extremism in its armed forces, including the 2020 dissolution of a commando unit.

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An elite paratrooper regiment based in Zweibruecken is under investigation in Germany for antisemitic incidents and sexual abuse.
The Defense Ministry condemned the behavior as "unacceptable."
The probe began after two women soldiers filed a complaint in June.
Disciplinary actions have been taken, with 19 soldiers facing dismissal.
Germany has previously dealt with extremism in its armed forces, including the 2020 dissolution of a commando unit.