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(16.03.2010) German lawmakers approve troop increase for Afghanistan The Bundestag has voted in favor of sending additional troops to Afghanistan as part of a year-long extension of the German mission there. (26.02.2010) Social service providers fear military conscription cuts The German government's plans to cut military conscription to six months will also apply to those who opt to do community service instead. Community groups warn of exploding costs and cuts to social services. (04.11.2009)
(Deutsche Welle)
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