Tag: armed forces
Muslim soldier’s book sparks debate on diversity in Germany’s armed forces
The reputation of Germany's armed forces is at a low point. With materiel aging fast, and with procurement chains marred by seemingly endless corruption...
German Army rocked by right-wing extremism revelations
To what extent is the German Army – the Bundeswehr – a home for far-right sentiments? This disconcerting question has dominated the German political...
Reactions to the Woolwich murder
Two men attacked and killed Drummer Lee Rigby, of 2nd Battalion the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, before they were shot by armed police and...
Muslim protesters burn poppies in London
12 November 2010
As the clock struck 11:00 and people stood for Armistice Day's two minutes of silence, Islamic protesters in London burned a model...
