Munich Security Conference invites far-right AfD
The Munich Security Conference has reversed its policy and invited MPs from Germany's far-right AfD to its 2026 gathering, following criticism from US Vice-President JD Vance. Read the full story.
The Munich Security Conference has reversed its policy and invited MPs from Germany's far-right AfD to its 2026 gathering, following criticism from US Vice-President JD Vance. Read the full story.
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Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.
Germany has approved a voluntary conscription model, sending forms to young men from January 2025. This move aims to bolster its military amid rising European security concerns. Read the full analysis.