Overview
- Roughly 55 members of Fallschirmjägerregiment 26 are under investigation for alleged right‑wing extremism, sexualized misconduct, and drug use, according to an army spokesperson.
- Three soldiers have been discharged, and dismissal proceedings have been initiated against 19 others.
- Public prosecutors are examining reports of Hitler salutes, a so‑called Nazi party, an antisemitic clique, and threats or exhibitionism directed at female soldiers.
- Wehrbeauftragter Henning Otte calls for stricter service supervision to protect readiness and uphold democratic standards within the force.
- Defense Committee chair Thomas Röwekamp warns of systemic leadership failures that damage the Bundeswehr’s reputation and recruitment, with Lt. Gen. Christian Freuding to brief the committee on Wednesday.