Germany Deploys First Overseas Brigade Since WWII | NATO Strengthens Eastern Flank | Times Now World
In a landmark move, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius inaugurated the "Lithuania Brigade" on May 22 in Vilnius. This marks Germany's first permanent overseas military deployment since World War II — a strategic response to rising Russian aggression near NATO’s eastern flank. Stationed close to Russia’s Kaliningrad and Belarus, the 45th Armored Brigade is set to reach full operational strength by 2027 with 5,000 personnel. The deployment highlights Berlin’s shift from military restraint to assertive defense, building on its leadership of NATO's battlegroup in Lithuania since 2017. Amid tensions over Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics and accusations of NATO “piracy,” Germany is doubling down on security, praising Lithuania’s 6% defense spending and defensive fortifications. Brigadier General Christoph Huber emphasized the brigade’s role in deterring Russian threats and protecting NATO allies. Watch how Germany's bold military move signals a new era in European defense. #Germany #NATO #Russia #Lithuania #Geopolitics#tnworld #timesnowworld #worldnews #internationalnews #timesnews #newsworld Subscribe now: http://bit.ly/3VHIl37 Times Now World is your definitive source for comprehensive global news and analysis. At Times Now World, we bring you breaking news and real-time updates on US news, US elections, Trump, Biden, Putin, Zelensky, Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Hamas conflict, Gaza, China-Taiwan tensions, Hungary news, NATO updates, and EU developments. Stay informed with our in-depth coverage of politics, economics, and current affairs, exclusively on Times Now World. Explore diverse perspectives and expert insights on international relations, technology, and more, all on Times Now World. Engage with dynamic discussions on global issues, including NATO news and EU updates, on Times Now World. Follow compelling stories and impactful reports on Times Now World. Discover the pulse of international affairs with Times Now World's extensive coverage of global events.