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German military targets gamers for recruitment

Germany's Bundeswehr is struggling to recruit troops and is now targeting young people, especially gamers, at events like Gamescom.

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Germany's armed forces, the Bundeswehr, are facing significant recruitment challenges and are turning to new strategies to attract young people. The military is specifically targeting the gaming community, engaging potential recruits at major events like the Gamescom convention in Cologne. This outreach reflects broader demographic and societal hurdles in maintaining military manpower across Europe.
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