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Germany Boosts Military with New Draft and Funding

1/19/2026

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Germany is moving toward a stronger military presence to shift regional security toward a European NATO.
A new law requires German men aged 18 to register for army service.
Active personnel stand at 184,000, with a goal of 260,000 by 2035.
The government plans 108 billion euros for defense this year, with 65% of Germans favoring higher defense spending.
84% believe the United States will not guarantee Europe's security.

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Story summary

Germany is moving toward a stronger military presence to shift regional security toward a European NATO.
A new law requires German men aged 18 to register for army service.
Active personnel stand at 184,000, with a goal of 260,000 by 2035.
The government plans 108 billion euros for defense this year, with 65% of Germans favoring higher defense spending.
84% believe the United States will not guarantee Europe's security.