Bundeswehr: CDU Politicians Demand General Duty of Service for Men and Women

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In the debate about the reintroduction of compulsory military service, pressure comes from the CDU. The SPD, on the other hand, wants to continue to rely on voluntary action – at least for the time being.

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In the debate about personnel shortages in the Bundeswehr, the chairman of the Bundestag's Defense Committee, Thomas Röwekamp (CDU), has called for the introduction of universal military service. "Of the approximately 700,000 school leavers currently opt for voluntary service, and only 10,000 choose to serve in the Bundeswehr. Anyone who wants to live a life of freedom and prosperity cannot rely solely on the commitment of others," Röwekamp told…