Germany's Extensive Rearmament Programme
The Merz government is pushing forward an unprecedented militarisation and preparations for war, aiming to create the strongest conventional army in Europe.
creating the strongest conventional army in Europe
According to a Bundeswehr procurement list published by Politico, the planned spending totals €377 billion, surpassing anything seen since Hitler. This includes hundreds of projects, such as new tanks, artillery systems, drones, fighter jets, space satellites, and cruise missiles.
The core of this programme is the creation of an army capable of waging war against Russia.
- New tanks and artillery systems
- Drones and fighter jets
- Space satellites and cruise missiles
Author's summary: Germany's rearmament programme totals €377 billion.
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