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Denmark Buys Long-Range Missiles to Boost NATO Deterrence

By Drooid · Oct 22, 2026, 11:27 PM UTC · How we work

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Denmark announced purchase of long-range missiles from Norway’s Kongsberg and U.S. firm Covenant.
Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus said the missiles can launch from F-35 jets and land sites.
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen described the purchase as a “paradigm shift” for Denmark’s defence.
The September 2025 coalition decision aims to deter Russia and strengthen NATO’s collective deterrent.
Russia’s embassy in Copenhagen condemned the deal, warning of inevitable disastrous consequences and conflict.

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Denmark announced purchase of long-range missiles from Norway’s Kongsberg and U.S. firm Covenant.
Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus said the missiles can launch from F-35 jets and land sites.
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen described the purchase as a “paradigm shift” for Denmark’s defence.
The September 2025 coalition decision aims to deter Russia and strengthen NATO’s collective deterrent.
Russia’s embassy in Copenhagen condemned the deal, warning of inevitable disastrous consequences and conflict.