French President Emmmanuel Macron announced a new voluntary youth military service set to launch by mid-2026, saying it will help France face growing global threats. The paid 10-month program for 18–19 year-olds will start with 3,000 participants in 2026 and aims to reach 50,000 by 2035. ⁣ ⁣ The €2B plan aligns France with other European countries reviving military preparedness amid shifting U.S. priorities and rising tensions with Russia.⁣ ⁣ #Macron #France #YouthService #Defense #Europe #Security #Military