# Bundeswehr
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Germany’s €16 Billion Shield: Berlin Pivots to Autonomous Warfare Preparedness
Germany has unveiled a €16 billion plan to overhaul its drone defense and autonomous warfare capabilities by 2030. The initiative includes the creation of rapid response units across all military branches and a surge in defense spending to 4-5% of GDP.
Germany Says Active Force at 12-Year High as Arctic Pullback Exposes Gaps
Germany says its active military has grown to about 184,200 troops, the largest figure in 12 years, supported by rising defence budgets and a legal shift allowing extra borrowing for defence. Yet a swift withdrawal of a small Greenland deployment underscores that manpower and money still need to be translated into reliable, deployable capability.
Germany’s Armed Forces Reach 12-Year High as Recruitment Surges
Germany’s Bundeswehr has grown to 184,200 active-duty personnel, the highest in 12 years, marking the largest intake since the suspension of conscription. The increase reflects post‑2022 defence policy shifts but leaves open questions about training, equipment and long-term sustainability.