Denmark to buy ‘long-range’ weapons amid Russia ‘paradigm shift’
Summary
Denmark plans to buy long-range precision weapons for the first time to deter potential threats from Russia. This marks a significant change in Denmark's defense policy, as announced by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Denmark's military capabilities.Key Facts
- Denmark will acquire long-range, high-precision weapons for the first time.
- Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that Russia is a long-term threat to Denmark.
- The decision is described as a major shift in Denmark's defense policy.
- Denmark recently made its largest arms purchase ever, worth 58 billion Danish crowns ($9.2 billion), on European air defense systems.
- Specific weapons for the long-range purchase were not detailed by the Defense Minister.
- Denmark plans to increase military spending significantly, reversing decades of cuts.
- Prime Minister Frederiksen has publicly opposed U.S. President Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland.
- The announcement comes as part of Denmark's effort to enhance defense amid tensions with Russia.
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