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January 17, 2023

German Defense Minister Resigns as Allies Press for More Arms to Ukraine
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German Defense Minister Christine Lambrecht has resigned amid mounting
criticism from some NATO members over the pace of Germany's aid to
Ukraine. On Monday, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz toured a German
weapons factory, promising to appoint a new defense minister soon.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz: "What is important is that when we set about the
future of our country, we know that Germany needs a strong military and
an efficient defense industry."

Last year, the German chancellor pledged to spend over $100 billion to
expand Germany's military.


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