"German Troops' Historic Deployment to Lithuania Marks First Overseas Bases Since World War II"
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Germany has begun deploying troops to Lithuania, marking the first permanent stationing of German soldiers outside the country since World War II. This move is in response to the changing security situation in Europe, with a planned permanent presence of around 4,800 soldiers and 200 civilian Bundeswehr members. The deployment is part of Germany's commitment to NATO, with a combat-ready and independently capable combat unit expected to be operational by 2027.
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