Bavarian PM: We need more Taurus for ourselves:
Markus Söder, Bavarian Prime Minister and leader of the Christian Social Union (CSU), has said that future ...
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Bavarian Leader Stresses Priority for German Taurus MissilesMarkus Söder highlights Taurus as Germany's top weapon ahead of Chancellor Merz's decision expected by mid-2025.
Key FactsApr 19, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pravda.com.ua
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pravda.com.ua
- Markus Söder stated that future Chancellor Friedrich Merz will determine whether Taurus missiles are supplied to Ukraine.
- Söder emphasized the need to retain as many Taurus missiles as possible for Germany’s own air force due to limited stock.
- He described Taurus missiles as Germany’s best weapon, commanding respect even from Russia.
- SPD co-leader Lars Klingbeil stressed that the decision on delivering Taurus to Ukraine will be made jointly by CDU/CSU and SPD.
It will be up to the new chancellor to decide [on delivery of Taurus missiles].— Markus Söder, Bavarian Prime Minister, stating that the decision on Taurus missile delivery to Ukraine will rest with the new chancellor.
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- If delivered, Taurus missiles could allow Ukraine to target military sites in Russian territory, contingent upon the approval of Western allies.
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