Bundeswehr women report systemic sexism, violence; culture of silence persists

A German public broadcaster podcast highlights persistent sexism, harassment, and violence against women in the Bundeswehr, 25 years after full rank integration. The report suggests institutional failure to address complaints, indicating a cultural problem within the military. This matters for force readiness and recruitment, though it is not a sudden shift but a continuation of documented issues.

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