The United States has approved a substantial $5 billion sale of up to 600 Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) missiles to Germany.
Announced on Thursday, this move aims to enhance Germany’s defense capabilities amid ongoing European security challenges.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) emphasized that the sale will strengthen Germany’s ability to tackle current and future threats, improving both national and territorial defense.
It will also enhance interoperability between German forces and their U.S. and NATO allies.
The State Department has already greenlighted the sale, and the DSCA has notified Congress, which must provide final approval for the transaction.
The deal, which includes provisions for periodic repayments, is expected to be listed on the stock exchange.
Germany, which has been actively aiding Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression, has donated several Patriot systems to support counter-missile and drone efforts.
This sale is crucial for replenishing Germany’s defense stocks while supporting Ukraine’s military needs.
Lockheed Martin will serve as the prime contractor for the missiles, with production increasing to meet global air defense demands.
