Amid talk of a possible return of compulsory military service, more young Germans are applying for conscientious objector status. Meanwhile, Germany has become the world's fourth-largest military spender. DW has more.
Germany news: Rise in young people refusing military service
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Germany news: Rise in young people refusing military service
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Germany news: Rise in young people refusing military service