Germany Waters Down Conscription Plans, Hungary’s Orban Calls Mandatory Military Service “Crazy” – News18

Germany has reportedly abandoned plans for military conscription in favour of optional military service. In a meeting with leaders of the ruling SPD, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius unveiled a significantly watered-down version of the plan. The report also said the new model will be “largely voluntary” and look to lure in recruits with special perks. Germany is on a mission to drastically expand its army, with ambitions to become Europe’s biggest military spender. Watch the video to find out more.