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UK and Germany Launch Long-Range Missile for European Defense

5/16/2025

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Britain and Germany are joining forces to create a powerful long-range strike missile, boasting a range of over 1,242 miles, to bolster European defense in light of the Ukraine crisis. UK Defence Minister John Healey stressed the importance of achieving security independence from US weaponry, aiming to fill critical capability gaps and fortify NATO alliances.

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Britain and Germany are joining forces to create a powerful long-range strike missile, boasting a range of over 1,242 miles, to bolster European defense in light of the Ukraine crisis. UK Defence Minister John Healey stressed the importance of achieving security independence from US weaponry, aiming to fill critical capability gaps and fortify NATO alliances.