Germany Buys 35 F-35 Stealth Fighter Jets

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By Kris Osborn, President, Center for Military Modernization

(Washington D.C.) Germany has now joined the ranks of European countries acquiring and operating the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, as the country has placed an initial order with Lockheed for the procurement of F-35s.

The addition of F-35 in Germany aligns with the country’s intense reaction to the Russian of invasion of Ukraine, a development which seems to have reignited Germany’s massive “fighting spirit” and inspired a large-scale increase in force size, military budget and new technology. Earlier this year, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin praised Germany for its commitment to NATO and solidarity with a collective European effort to deter and stop Russia. Germany has of course been among the large group of nations sending weapons to Ukraine in their fight against Russia, as they have sent Stinger anti-aircraft missiles as well as anti-tank missiles in support of Ukraine. 

“Germany has shown tremendous leadership at this crucial moment. Your chancellor’s decisions to bolster Germany’s armed forces are bold and historic, and we look forward to working with you to implement these important changes. We also salute Germany’s decision to send security assistance to Ukraine. Your example helped to inspire other Allies and partners to follow,” Austin said.

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