European Royalty and Defense Reforms in 2025
Royal family cites safety concerns for training.
Nine European North Atlantic Treaty Organization member states maintain conscription.
Croatia plans to reintroduce mandatory service this year.
Netherlands coalition requires survey and may reinstate compulsory attendance.
Queen Máxima trains in mental skills, including handgun aiming, rock climbing, and pool jumping.
Queen Máxima follows family precedent; daughter becomes corporal after training.
EU proposes 100,000-strong joint force.
Andrius Kubilius warns about investing in defense.
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