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Why Germany has a tense relationship with its military

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Annekatrin Utke
June 14, 2025

A nationwide Veterans' Day will be held in Germany for the first time on Sunday. This marks a significant shift in a country that has been very ambivalent about its military. Find out what's behind the decision.

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