Germany to Deploy Israeli-Made Arrow 3 Air Defense Missile System for the First Time in Europe

[Dr Strangelove]

Germany is putting its first Israeli-made Arrow 3 missile defense battery into service, the first time the system will operate outside Israel.

The four billion euro deal gives Germany and NATO a long-range, space-intercept capability that can stop ballistic missiles before they reenter the atmosphere.

The first battery is being prepared now and is expected to reach initial readiness in early 2026, with more units delivered through 2030.

Arrow 3 will form the top layer of Germany’s air defense alongside Patriot and IRIS-T, strengthening Europe’s missile shield as threats grow worldwide.

https://missilethreat.csis.org/defsys/arrow-3/