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The article focuses on the resurgence of German Army Trainers, a classic sneaker style that has gained renewed popularity in 2024. Topics include the sneaker's historical origins and design, its unisex versatility and minimal branding, and where to find both vintage pairs and modern reproductions from brands such as Adidas and Maison Margiela.

The article reports that General Wolfgang Schneiderhan, chief of the armed forces of Germany, resigned on November 26, 2009 over allegations that the German military withheld information about an airstrike in Afghanistan. According to Defense Minister Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, army reports collected after the airstrike were not passed on political leaders. An investigation conducted by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) states that about 100 people died in the bombing, including 30 to 40 civilians.

The article reports on the insurgency in Afghanistan which tests the readiness of German troops deployed in Kunduz province. It is said that the German mission in the area caused conflict and raised questions on their military preparedness. Officials of the North Atlantic Treaty Organizations (NATO) stated that German soldiers are restricted to engage in a combat operation. The authors stress the lack of preparedness of Germany for a war in Afghanistan as a result of a defensive mandate to its army.

Reports on the military reform in Germany. Overview of reform plans; Information on Germany's plans to cut its defense spending; Gross domestic product of Germany.

Reports on the 2000 debate in Germany over the proposed creation of a professional army as it remains as the last major European country with mandatory military service and conscription. Views of military experts on the proposal; Impact of the post-Cold War security threats on Germany; Effect of the proposal on the draft.

Reports on the German army's efforts to encourage military recruits in an advertising campaign created by Abels & Grey. Deployment of German army to Bosnia; Features of the campaign.

Reports on the advent of the German air force, Luftwaffe, at the Holloman Air Force Base, Alamogordo, New Mexico to build a permanent training center there. Extent of the training to be provided there; Developments of related businesses around Holloman.