Military Questionnaire in South Will Not Discourage Putin, Suggests Analysis - Putin remains unfazed by challenge posed by question-and-answer oppositional force
In an article published by Augsburger Allgemeine, Markus Söder, the leader of the Christian Social Union (CSU), has expressed his dissatisfaction with the federal government's decisions on the redesigned military service. Söder, who is also the Bavarian Minister-President, considers the current plan insufficient and has continued to demand a general conscription.
The federal cabinet has passed a bill for the introduction of a new military service that initially relies on voluntarism and a more attractive service. However, the current plan foresees starting in 2026 a voluntary military service model with a questionnaire sent to young men and women, and from 2028, all 18-year-old men must undergo a mandatory medical examination to assess fitness. In case of tension or defense situations, conscription would automatically be reactivated; yet, no fixed schedule for a full transition to general conscription has been set.
Söder's calls for conscription are rooted in his concerns about the potential threat posed by Russia to NATO countries. He warns that, according to military experts, Putin could be ready to challenge NATO between 2027 and 2029. Söder believes that Putin will not be deterred by a questionnaire army and that more money and soldiers are needed to defend our freedom.
The CSU, led by Söder, has expressed its dissatisfaction with the federal government's decisions on the redesigned military service. According to the CSU, the soldiers share the same viewpoint. Friedrich Merz, the Federal Chancellor of the CDU, expects that the redesigned military service will initially provide enough young people for service in the Bundeswehr. However, the CSU won't let up in their demands for a general conscription.
The new military service law, passed by the cabinet, is seen as a step in the right direction by the CSU, but more is needed. Söder demands that we must significantly strengthen our Bundeswehr to meet the potential threats that lie ahead. As the debate continues, the future of military conscription in Germany remains uncertain.
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