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Germany Eyes Tomahawk Deal to Bolster Defense Amid US Talks
Germany has revived efforts to buy American Tomahawk missiles and Typhon launchers, hoping to secure approval from the Trump administration.
Germany is pushing forward with a renewed bid to acquire Tomahawk cruise missiles and Typhon launch systems from the United States, according to the Financial Times. The move is aimed at strengthening Berlin’s defensive capabilities, with the German government now seeking to persuade the Trump administration to greenlight the sale.
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is reportedly planning a trip to Washington to present the proposal directly to the White House. However, the visit hinges on whether a meeting can be arranged with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, sources indicated.
One unnamed source told the Financial Times that “Berlin may be willing to pay more to secure the purchase,” signaling a degree of flexibility in negotiations to close the deal. The reported willingness to offer additional financial incentives suggests Germany is treating the acquisition as a strategic priority.
The push comes after the previous German government and the Biden administration announced plans in July 2024 to deploy advanced US weapon systems on German soil starting in 2026. Those systems include Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles, as well as hypersonic weapons—capabilities that far exceed what is currently available in Europe.
