€377 billion for weapons–Germany’s most extensive rearmament programme since Hitler

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.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany should build "the strongest conventional army in Europe."

A recent Bundeswehr procurement list revealed a planned spending of €377 billion across various domains, including land, air, sea, space, and cyber.

This rearmament programme is focused on creating an army capable of waging war against Russia, surpassing any seen since Hitler.

Author's summary: Germany's rearmament programme totals €377 billion.

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