France's voluntary military service part of new 'hybrid' army model
- Posted on November 28, 2025
- By Le Monde
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France's voluntary military service part of new 'hybrid' army model
The national service announced by Emmanuel Macron is set to involve 3,000 young people starting in September 2026, with a target of 50,000 by 2035. These volunteers will serve exclusively on French territory, freeing up a portion of the 200,000 professional soldiers for frontline missions.
