Berlin Boosts Defense Spending Amid Russia's War on Ukraine

Germany is preparing to spend nearly €1.1 billion on 20 additional H145M military helicopters from Airbus, completing a major rotary-wing modernization effort. The aircraft, valued at €931 million, will be delivered over two years starting in 2027. The funding proposal will be presented to the Bundestag’s budget committee. This investment is part of Germany’s €100 billion special defense fund created to accelerate modernization under the Zeitenwende policy. The H145M is a versatile platform for light attack and special missions, and its delivery is expected to enhance Germany’s military capabilities.