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Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledges full funding for Bundeswehr expansion

"Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirms full funding for Bundeswehr expansion, aiming to strengthen Germany as Europe's leading conventional army. Learn more about this pivotal commitment made on November 7, 2025."

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Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledges full funding for Bundeswehr expansion
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that the government will provide all necessary financial resources to ensure that the Bundeswehr becomes the strongest conventional army in Europe. This statement was made during a press conference on November 7, 2025.

Chancellor Merz emphasized the importance of this commitment, stating, "This is more than appropriate for the most populous and economically strongest country in Europe. Our friends and partners also expect this from us, and what"s more, they are actually demanding it."

The pledge comes amid ongoing discussions about military readiness and defense capabilities within Europe. The Chancellor"s remarks highlight Germany"s role in regional security and its obligations to allies.

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