Germany vows to build Europe’s strongest army by 2039 to deter Russia

Defense Minister Pistorius says Germany’s new military strategy aims to increase troop numbers to 460,000, assume more responsibility within NATO, and prioritize air defense systems

Germany vows to build Europe’s strongest army by 2039 to deter Russia

Defense Minister Pistorius says Germany’s new military strategy aims to increase troop numbers to 460,000, assume more responsibility within NATO, and prioritize air defense systems

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Germany vows to build Europe’s strongest army by 2039 to deter Russia

Defense Minister Pistorius says Germany’s new military strategy aims to increase troop numbers to 460,000, assume more responsibility within NATO, and prioritize air defense systems

Germany vows to build Europe’s strongest army by 2039 to deter Russia

Defense Minister Pistorius says Germany’s new military strategy aims to increase troop numbers to 460,000, assume more responsibility within NATO, and prioritize air defense systems

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