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LBCI
2 days ago
- Business
- LBCI
Germany plans to buy additional 15 F-35 fighter jets, Politico reports
Germany plans to buy 15 additional F-35 fighter jets, Politico reported on Friday, citing several people familiar with the matter. This move would increase the country's planned fleet of the U.S.-made jet to 50. The report comes amid tensions between Germany and France over the joint Franco-German fighter jet FCAS partnership, following a report earlier this week that France now seeks an 80% workshare. The demand would scrap the agreed division of tasks and possibly stop the project from entering its next phase, an industry source told Reuters. Reuters
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Germany denies plans to buy more F-35 jets beyond current order
BERLIN: Germany has no plans to procure additional F-35 fighter jets, a defence ministry spokesperson said on Friday, denying a Politico report that the country planned to grow its planned fleet to 50. So far, Germany has ordered 35 of the U.S.-made jets to replace a total of 85 ageing Tornado fighter jets that will be decommissioned. 'The defence ministry currently has no plans to procure additional F-35s beyond the 35 F-35s already contractually agreed,' the spokesperson said at a regular news conference. A military source told Reuters that the figure of 15 additional F-35 jets had been part of previous considerations, but that the numbers needed to be adapted after NATO's new targets for weapons and troop numbers. The new targets suggest the initial figure was not large enough and the actual number of additional F-35s needed might be bigger in the end, although the source would not confirm this. The Politico report comes amid tensions between Germany and France on the joint Franco-German fighter jet FCAS partnership after a report earlier this week that France now wants a workshare of 80%. The demand would scrap the agreed division of tasks and possibly stop the project from entering its next phase, an industry source told Reuters. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that differences remained on the configuration of the FCAS project, which has been plagued by delays and infighting over workshare and intellectual property rights. - Reuters
See - Sada Elbalad
2 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Germany to Expand F-35 Fleet
Israa Farhan Germany is preparing to bolster its air force with an additional purchase of 15 US-made F-35 fighter jets, bringing the total number of aircraft planned for procurement to 50, according to reports from Politico citing informed sources. This expansion comes at a time of rising tension between Berlin and Paris over the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a joint Franco-German-Spanish next-generation fighter jet project. Recent reports suggest France is demanding up to 80% of the industrial workshare. This move could undermine the original task distribution agreement and potentially stall the program before it enters its next development phase, as reported by *Reuters*, citing an industry insider. Germany's proposed acquisition aligns with a broader NATO strategy to increase collective defence spending to 5% of GDP over the next decade. This target reflects heightened concerns over Russia's growing military threat and the alliance's goal of enhancing military and civilian resilience across member states. A spokesperson for the German Ministry of Defense declined to comment on potential procurement decisions, stating that no purchase would be confirmed before presentation to parliament. Germany had already placed an order for 35 F-35 jets to replace its ageing fleet of 85 Tornado aircraft, which are scheduled for decommissioning. The new acquisition is expected to support NATO's revised capability benchmarks, which now demand higher numbers of combat-ready troops and advanced weapons systems. A military source indicated that the idea of acquiring 15 more aircraft had been under consideration in earlier defense discussions. However, evolving NATO requirements have prompted a reassessment, with initial figures now deemed insufficient. Although the expanded fleet has not been officially confirmed, additional procurement may be necessary to meet strategic demands. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz acknowledged ongoing disagreements over FCAS specifications, stating on Wednesday that internal disputes over workload distribution and intellectual property rights have plagued the project since its inception. The delays and diplomatic strain cast further uncertainty over the future of Europe's flagship defense cooperation initiative. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Germany has no plans to buy additional F-35 fighter jets, defence ministry says
Germany has no plans to procure additional F-35 fighter jets, a defence ministry spokesperson said on Friday, denying a Politico report that the country planned to grow its planned fleet to 50. So far, Germany has ordered 35 of the U.S.-made jets to replace a total of 85 ageing Tornado fighter jets that will be decommissioned. "The defence ministry currently has no plans to procure additional F-35s beyond the 35 F-35s already contractually agreed," the spokesperson said at a regular news conference. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cardiologist Reveals: The Simple Morning Habit for a Flatter Belly After 50! Lulutox Undo A military source told Reuters that the figure of 15 additional F-35 jets had been part of previous considerations, but that the numbers needed to be adapted after NATO's new targets for weapons and troop numbers. The new targets suggest the initial figure was not large enough and the actual number of additional F-35s needed might be bigger in the end, although the source would not confirm this. Live Events The Politico report comes amid tensions between Germany and France on the joint Franco-German fighter jet FCAS partnership after a report earlier this week that France now wants a workshare of 80%. The demand would scrap the agreed division of tasks and possibly stop the project from entering its next phase, an industry source told Reuters. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that differences remained on the configuration of the FCAS project, which has been plagued by delays and infighting over workshare and intellectual property rights.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Germany has no plans to buy additional F-35 fighter jets, defence ministry says
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox FILE PHOTO: A Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet performs during the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA on the opening day at Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany June 5, 2024. REUTERS/Axel Schmidt/File photo BERLIN - Germany has no plans to procure additional F-35 fighter jets, a defence ministry spokesperson said on Friday, denying a Politico report that the country planned to grow its planned fleet to 50. So far, Germany has ordered 35 of the U.S.-made jets to replace a total of 85 ageing Tornado fighter jets that will be decommissioned. "The defence ministry currently has no plans to procure additional F-35s beyond the 35 F-35s already contractually agreed," the spokesperson said at a regular news conference. A military source told Reuters that the figure of 15 additional F-35 jets had been part of previous considerations, but that the numbers needed to be adapted after NATO's new targets for weapons and troop numbers. The new targets suggest the initial figure was not large enough and the actual number of additional F-35s needed might be bigger in the end, although the source would not confirm this. The Politico report comes amid tensions between Germany and France on the joint Franco-German fighter jet FCAS partnership after a report earlier this week that France now wants a workshare of 80%. The demand would scrap the agreed division of tasks and possibly stop the project from entering its next phase, an industry source told Reuters. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Nuclear safety research gets boost with new institute, $66m funding as S'pore weighs energy viability Singapore Man who killed 5-year-old daughter gets life sentence after he appeals against 35-year jail term Singapore Judge declines to void alleged sham marriage in S'pore, says it is for Parliament to decide Business OCBC CEO Helen Wong to retire on Dec 31; Tan Teck Long named successor Singapore More than 14,300 people checked during 7-week-long anti-crime ops Opinion The unspoken reason people sometimes quit their jobs: Loneliness Singapore S'porean who defaulted on NS obligations used fake Malaysian passports at checkpoints over 800 times Business CEO salaries: At Singapore's top companies, whose pay went up and whose saw a drop? German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that differences remained on the configuration of the FCAS project, which has been plagued by delays and infighting over workshare and intellectual property rights. REUTERS
