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Denmark to acquire ground-launched cruise missiles and F-35-launched Joint Strike Missiles

Denmark plans to buy Anthem ground-launched cruise missiles, to be built in Germany, and Joint Strike Missiles for its F-35 fleet. Copenhagen says the weapons will expand precision-strike options and strengthen national deterrence and NATO collective defense as the alliance reinforces its Baltic flank.

Discovered 2026-10-23T10:05:50.479994-07:00 | 2026-10-23T10:05:50.479994-07:00

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Denmark is adding both ground- and air-launched long-range strike options, including missiles for its F-35 fleet; the reports do not specify quantities, costs or delivery timelines.
The acquisition supports Copenhagen’s stated goals of expanding precision strike and deterrence, and is framed as part of NATO’s effort to reinforce its Baltic flank. It builds on Denmark’s previously reported plans for these strike capabilities.

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