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Austria proposes extending mandatory military service to nine months by 2027
Zeit OnlineLO·AT·2 days ago
The Austrian government is scheduled to present a reform plan for military and civilian service today, despite ongoing disagreements between coalition partners ÖVP, SPÖ, and Neos regarding the structure of civilian service. While Vice Chancellor Babler expresses optimism, the viability of the proposal remains uncertain due to these unresolved political tensions.