Markus Söder Calls for Major German Military Expansion and European Nuclear Defense Shield

The CSU leader proposes a comprehensive upgrade to Germany's military capabilities and a Europe-wide nuclear protection initiative.

Markus Söder, leader of the CSU, has proposed a massive overhaul of Germany's military, including 100,000 drones, 800 new tanks, and 1,000 Taurus missiles.
Söder advocates for the creation of a European nuclear defense shield, led by France and the UK, with Germany contributing to its implementation.
He emphasized the need for Germany to spend at least 3% of its GDP on defense to ensure economic and military strength on the global stage.
Söder urged the Bundestag to approve a special military funding package before the upcoming government transition to prevent potential security risks for Europe.
The proposal highlights the urgency of addressing Europe's defense needs in light of shifting international security dynamics and U.S. foreign policy changes.