Bundeswehr expansion bill means voluntary service now, conscription if needed | DW News

The German cabinet has approved plans to boost recruitment for the armed forces, the Bundeswehr. The aim is to expand the military in case of any aggression from Russia. But if enough new recruits don't come forward, Germany COULD bring back conscription. With reporting from DW's Chief Political Correspondent Nina Haase and Simon Young.

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Post from DW News on August 27, 2025

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