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German Bundeswehr: A new naval port in Emden aims to enhance Germany's defense capabilities

DW8 October 2026, 09:34 UTCGermany

Citing the escalating security threat, Germany's Navy has decided to establish a second port on the North Sea coast. Emden was chosen as the location.

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