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OpinionConscription for military service: A welcome letter:
Everyone who is committed deserves respect, whether in the armed forces or in the civilian sector ...
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Conscription Begins: Commitment to Democracy and DefenseStarting January 2026, 2008-born youth will receive letters inviting them to military conscription and service readiness.
- In January 2026, individuals born in 2008 will be invited by the Bundeswehr for conscription screening.
- The letter requests willingness to temporarily sacrifice personal freedoms and comply with military regulations to defend democracy.
- The reality of possible wartime service is openly acknowledged despite its difficult nature.
- Both civilian and military commitments are honored as essential contributions to democracy and public welfare.
Not saying it clearly would be a crime: the truth is the first casualty of war – and that even before the war begins.— Peter Rutkowski comments on the conscription process and the importance of truth regarding military service.
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