Maybe this source is what I read…
https://newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/scholz-announces-germany-s-readiness-to-deploy-1715040068.html
“Almost 35,000 German soldiers are ready to provide operational support to our allies in case of an emergency,” Scholz said.
There’s a significant distinction between deploying and being prepared to deploy. The U.S. military consistently maintains forces that are ready for deployment. It’s important that Germany also has troops in a state of readiness for deployment. Note: In case of an emergency.
What your link says is normal preparedness.
“Germany is ready to rapidly deploy its forces to support allies with 35,000 prepared military personnel, states German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
(snip)
the Bundeswehr confirms its commitment to defending Northeastern and Central Europe.
“Almost 35,000 German soldiers are ready to provide operational support to our allies in case of an emergency,” Scholz said.”