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A new era in military service begins today: The new model comes into force – all the changes foreseen

Basic training is extended to 10 weeks – Intake classes (ESSO) reduced from 6 to 4 and all conscripts enlist in the Hellenic Army – Monthly compensation for conscripts rises from €8.80 to €100 for border areas and €50 for the mainland

Military service is changing: Everyone in the Army, 10 weeks of basic training, €100 allowance in border areas

Changes to the training structure, emphasis on drones and cybersecurity – Rations upgraded both qualitatively and quantitatively

Military service in the Air Force and Navy will be abolished – Starting in 2026, all conscripts will serve only in the Army

Major changes in military service and new pay rules for soldiers are coming. Units will be merged, laws will be updated, and the armed forces will have a new structure announced by the Ministry of National Defense

Germany: Pistorius is considering the possibility of compulsory military service for all 18-year-olds

Berlin is concerned about Moscow's aggressive intentions - The possibility of recruiting women is open as well

Greece: 12 months military service for all branches by May – Who will serve 9 months

The plan is for the changes to be implemented by the coming May

Mitsotakis from TIF: Oruc Reis to Antalya a “positive step” – Thoughts of compulsory conscription at 18

"If there is a good mood and trust, of course I can meet with the Turkish President, I am not against such a possibility"

Young Turks with enough cash seek to skip military service

Some are lucky, some others are not...

On Macron’s orders: France will bring back compulsory national service

The plan announced on Wednesday is a watered-down version of Macron's original idea

Sweden brings back mandatory military service

The country's armed forces were neglected