Army will need about 7,500 extra soldiers to reach security concerns

The Czech army will require an additional 7,500 soldiers in the coming years due to changes in the global security landscape. Chief of the Army General Staff, Karel Řehka, emphasized the need to consider the future direction of the army, which has primarily been structured as an expeditionary force. He made these remarks during Prime Minister Petr Fiala's visit to the 4th Rapid Deployment Brigade in Žatec, marking the 26th anniversary of Czechia’s NATO membership.