military

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In December, the German parliament voted to introduce voluntary military service, meaning that from January all 18-year-olds would be sent a questionnaire asking if they were interested in joining the armed forces.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“Even when there may be a military rationale, the law requires extreme caution around places like power plants.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

At the time, the Pentagon said that Suleimani was actively developing plans to attack U.S. military personnel and diplomats in the Middle East.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Women may volunteer for military service but cannot be compelled to serve under Germany's constitution.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“And not to put any pressure on you or anything, but you probably want to master this thing fast before Dr. Jerkface sells your cells to the military for cloning.”

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste