By Alimat Aliyeva
The United Kingdom and Germany are set to embark on a
groundbreaking joint defense project to develop long-range
precision missiles with a reach of over 2,000 kilometers—marking a
significant leap in European military capabilities,
Azernews reports.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing to host German
Chancellor Friedrich Merz in London this Thursday during an
official state visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties. As part of
the visit, the two leaders are expected to unveil a major
commitment to co-develop a new Deep Precision Strike System over
the next decade.
According to an official statement, “The range of the new system
will exceed 2,000 kilometers and it will become one of the most
advanced missile platforms ever developed by the United
Kingdom.”
This initiative is set to be a central element of a broader
Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between the UK and Germany.
The treaty will not only cover defense collaboration but also
include joint efforts to tackle illegal migration, strengthen
critical infrastructure, and enhance bilateral trade.
Analysts note that this missile development marks a strategic
shift for both nations amid growing global security tensions and
uncertainty surrounding NATO’s long-term posture. The joint system
could serve as a European counterweight to similar developments by
rival powers, offering both deterrence and interoperability with
allied forces.
The planned missile is expected to incorporate next-generation
guidance systems, stealth capabilities, and the ability to deliver
precision strikes deep into contested territory. Although few
technical details have been released so far, defense experts
suggest it could rival or even surpass existing cruise missile
systems in both range and accuracy.
This UK-Germany collaboration may also signal a broader
realignment in European defense strategy—emphasizing high-tech
cooperation, autonomy, and resilience in an increasingly
unpredictable geopolitical landscape.