By&nbsp NH

Published on

29/08/2026 – 11:33 GMT+2

The Schakal is more than just a new armoured vehicle. It is a key component of the German army’s so-called Medium Forces – a new category of troops designed to be rapidly deployable while also offering substantial firepower.

This capability is particularly important in the context of NATO’s eastern flank.

Rapid forces for the eastern flank

The current security situation in Europe has fundamentally changed the demands placed on the Bundeswehr.

The central question once again is how German units can be quickly moved to an area of operations in the event of a threat, and how they can then hold their own…

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