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Study reveals over 60% of female soldiers in Germany face harassment or abuse
A comprehensive new study shows that more than 60% of female German soldiers have experienced sexual harassment or abuse while on duty.
A study conducted by the Centre for Military History and Social Sciences revealed that over 60% of female soldiers in the Bundeswehr have experienced sexual harassment, inappropriate remarks, or physical abuse while on duty. The findings also highlighted that nearly 20% of male soldiers experienced similar misconduct, with gay and non-binary soldiers disproportionately affected. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius called the figures unacceptable and promised a zero-tolerance approach to sexual misconduct within the armed forces. The revelations come as the German military attempts to boost recruitment numbers to reach active-duty targets by 2035.
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