With NATO growing ever more involved in Eastern Europe, the number of requests for dismissal has nearly quadrupled this year

German soldiers stand behind their battle gear at Field Marshal Rommel Barracks in Augustdorf, Germany, March 30, 2022 © AP / Martin Meissner
Nearly four times as many German soldiers, reservists and other trained personnel have asked to leave the service this year than in 2021, the AFP reported. The increase comes as Germany deepens its involvement in Ukraine and seeks to rebuild its armed forces.