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Study finds widespread Bundeswehr sexual misconduct

Open the sourceReported by Politico EU, politico.eu, 11 November 2026, by Chris Lunday

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A new study found that about 40% of female Bundeswehr soldiers and 20% of male soldiers reported experiencing at least one form of sexual misconduct in the past year. The findings indicate that harassment and related behavior affect a substantial share of Germany's military personnel across genders, not just women. The results matter because they quantify the scale of a problem that can affect retention, morale, and readiness in Europe's largest conventional military as it expands. Watch for how the Defense Ministry and military leadership respond with policy measures, reporting mechanisms, and follow-up data.

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