EU militaries are increasing efforts to reduce reliance on US weaponry, evident at the NATO summit in Ankara. While short-term solutions like purchasing Tomahawks are being pursued, long-term goals include developing independent missile and drone systems like DECODER and IRIS², aiming for autonomy by the 2030s.
Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth have agreed on US authorization for Germany to purchase Tomahawk cruise missiles and Typhon land-based launchers, expected in August, with a letter of intent already signed.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a deal with the US to purchase and deploy Tomahawk cruise missiles in Germany. The move aims to bridge a strategic defense gap while Germany also works on developing its own European missile systems.
President Trump stated that US automakers like GM and Ford are discussing deals to manufacture weapons, including Patriot and Tomahawk missiles, to expand military output and replenish arsenals amid concerns over depleted stockpiles.
Iran has stated that a ceasefire is 'meaningless' following a reported overnight launch of Tomahawk missiles by the US on Iranian bases. Tehran claims to have retaliated with strikes on US bases.
President Trump threatened to "bomb the s***" out of Iran if it doesn't sign a peace deal and relinquish nuclear ambitions. The US fired 49 Tomahawk missiles after hostilities resumed. Iran retaliated with attacks on US assets and claimed to block shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US fired 49 Tomahawk missiles at Iran, escalating hostilities for a second day. Iran retaliated with strikes on US bases, causing Kuwait to temporarily close its airspace. The conflict is depleting the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
CENTCOM released video of 'self-defence strikes' against Iranian military targets, including surveillance systems and air defence sites. The operation involved 49 Tomahawk missiles and precision strikes, described by the US as a response to Iran's aggression.
Fox News reports that US forces, citing an interview with President Donald Trump, launched 49 Tomahawk cruise missiles at targets in Iran, some near Tehran. US fighter jets are also reportedly attacking radar and air defense systems in the country's southwest.
Europe fears US defense decisions, including troop withdrawals from Germany and force reviews in Poland, could lead to NATO's structural reconfiguration or reduced US participation, according to El Pais.
Germany will not receive long-range Tomahawk missiles from the US in the foreseeable future, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said Read Full Article at RT.com
