Hans-Peter Bartels

Hans-Peter Bartels is a member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD) in Germany and has previously served as the spokesperson for military issues within his party. He has been an advocate for the reintroduction of military conscription, suggesting a hybrid approach that prioritizes voluntary service while maintaining a framework for mandatory service if necessary. Bartels has emphasized the importance of having a larger pool of active military personnel in light of current security threats.