According to an interview with the German Press Agency (dpa), as reported by Kölnische Rundschau on March 22, 2025, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius reaffirmed Germany's commitment to the procurement of U.S.-made F-35 stealth fighter jets, dismissing speculation about weakening transatlantic defense ties under President Donald Trump. Despite recent concerns over potential U.S. control mechanisms embedded in the aircraft, Pistorius emphasized the critical role of the F-35 in strengthening both national defense and NATO obligations. Read full Defense News at this link ...
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| The U.S.-made F-35A Lightning II will replace Germany's aging Tornado fleet, ensuring continued NATO nuclear sharing capability and advancing the Luftwaffe’s combat readiness with next-generation technology. (Picture source: Wikimedia) |
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