40 percent of female German soldiers experience sexual misconduct

A survey by the German Center for Military History reveals that female soldiers face unwanted comments and sexual violence, while 19% of male participants reported sexual misconduct. The actual extent of such behavior is believed to be much higher, as many do not report incidents due to fear of repercussions. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius condemned the behavior and aims to facilitate reporting and improve leadership accountability. The military plans to implement measures for prevention, victim support, and stricter penalties for offenders.