Germany's armed forces have a three-year timeline to acquire essential military equipment to defend against a potential Russian attack on NATO. The urgency to strengthen defense capabilities has intensified since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with Germany's budget for military procurement set to reach hundreds of billions of euros. Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition government prioritizes rearmament, with a focus on heavy military assets, including anti-aircraft systems. The Chief of Defence warns of a possible Russian offensive by 2029, necessitating an increase in troop numbers to bolster defense readiness.
Germany's military must prepare for a potential Russian attack on NATO by acquiring necessary equipment within three years, focusing on heavy military assets by 2028.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government has prioritized rearmament to strengthen Germany's military, aiming to create the strongest conventional army in Europe by 2028.
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