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First territorial defense division created in Germany

The first territorial defense division was created in the Bundeswehr

The German Armed Forces have formed and manned the first territorial defense division.

According to Censor.NET, citing DW, this was stated by Army Commander Alfons Meis

The unit's personnel will number six thousand people.

It will be tasked with protecting critical infrastructure (ports, railway facilities, pipelines, roads, bridges, etc.), as well as facilitating the redeployment of troops and assisting in the event of emergencies and natural disasters.