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Estonia Boosts Defense: Acquires More HIMARS Amid Tensions

11/26/2025

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Estonia's Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur announced plans to acquire six more M142 HIMARS from the United States, with delivery planned for 2028–2029.
The move follows concerns over United States delivery timelines, prompting diversification and a deal for K239 Chunmoo systems.
Estonia aims to raise defense spending to at least five percent of GDP by 2026 and explore cruise missiles and loitering munitions amid tensions with Russia.

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Estonia's Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur announced plans to acquire six more M142 HIMARS from the United States, with delivery planned for 2028–2029.
The move follows concerns over United States delivery timelines, prompting diversification and a deal for K239 Chunmoo systems.
Estonia aims to raise defense spending to at least five percent of GDP by 2026 and explore cruise missiles and loitering munitions amid tensions with Russia.