Closing the gap in the Bundeswehr: Pistorius considers purchasing the US medium-range weapon Typhon
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Germany Considers Buying US Long-Range Typhon MissilesDefense Minister Pistorius initiates talks to acquire Typhon missiles with 2000 km range by 2026 to boost military strength.
- Germany aims to purchase US Typhon missile launchers capable of striking targets up to 2000 kilometers away.
- The acquisition is intended to significantly enhance both Germany’s and Europe’s defense and deterrence capabilities.
- Currently, the German armed forces lack such medium-range weapons, with European alternatives expected only in seven to ten years.
- Negotiations on additional Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine remain unresolved as the US reassesses troop deployments in Germany.
Germany can significantly enhance its own defense capabilities, also significantly enhance its deterrent capabilities, but also that of Europe.— Defense Minister Boris Pistorius after a conversation with Pete Hegseth in Washington.
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