What Happened
European Allies Strengthen Ground-Based Capabilities Amid Russian Threats
Belgium and the Netherlands have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly acquire two modern air defense systems, including NASAM launchers and SkyRanger 30 assets. The €3.1 billion ($3.5 billion) investment aims to build a shared air defense arsenal and enhance interoperability within NATO and the EU. The partnership is driven by the need to counter Russian threats and protect critical infrastructure. According to Breaking Defense, the agreement also includes the procurement of GM200 Multi Mission Radars and command vehicles, with several Belgian companies contributing to the development of launch systems and software.