Germany seeks US Tomahawk missiles to bolster Europe's weakened deterrence
Germany is pushing to buy Tomahawk cruise missiles and Typhon launch systems from the US. The move comes as concerns rise over Europe’s deterrence capabilities following a reduction in American military presence on the continent. Berlin aims to fill a strategic gap by acquiring long-range missile systems currently absent in Europe.
The German government plans to purchase three Typhon ground-based launch systems along with 400 Tomahawk Block VB missiles. Officials are prepared to pay a premium to speed up delivery. A spokesperson for the Defence Ministry confirmed that acquiring these systems remains under active consideration.
Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is set to visit Washington to discuss the potential deal with US officials. Germany hopes to convince the Trump administration to approve the sale, despite scepticism from some experts. Carlo Masala, a security analyst, has dismissed the plan as unworkable. Europe currently lacks any ground-based long-range missile systems. The UK operates submarine-launched Tomahawks with a 1,600 km range, while France uses its own 1,000 km-range cruise missiles on submarines. The proposed German acquisition would mark the first land-based deployment of such weapons in Europe. The urgency stems from fears that reduced US troop levels in Europe have weakened deterrence against Russia. Berlin’s push for Tomahawks reflects broader efforts to strengthen the continent’s defensive posture amid shifting security dynamics.
If approved, the deal would give Germany a significant long-range strike capability. The Typhon systems and Tomahawk missiles would allow Berlin to address gaps in Europe’s missile defence. The outcome of Pistorius’s talks in Washington will determine whether the plan moves forward.
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