The DSSR consists of paratrooper regiments, sections of special forces, transport helicopter regiments, support teams, and logistic support units. ZeitwendeIn 2021, former German Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer and General Eberhard Zorn addressed the parliamentary defence commission, highlighting a critical perspective on Germany’s strategic posture. [9] Only 30 billion of the 100 billion special fund was spent to buy equipment. On the NATO 75th anniversary, German defence minister Boris Pistorius announced a new set of reforms. Unfortunately, according to the general inspector, some of the Bundeswehr defence capabilities will be ready later than expected.

Source: New York Times June 19, 2024 20:05 UTC