Berlin Pledges €150 Billion to Reinforce Military Capabilities Amid Rising Tensions with Russia
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced plans to invest €150 billion in the country’s military by 2029, aiming to create the strongest conventional army in Europe. The investment will be used to acquire new equipment, including F-35 fighter jets, P-8A Poseidon aircraft, and Tomahawk cruise missiles. Berlin is also exploring cooperation with France and the UK on nuclear deterrence. However, concerns over military culture and recruitment issues remain, and the country has not yet acquired deep strike systems.