IRIS-T SLM

German Army Activates Air Defense System, Citing Russia Threat

Germany's military put a first Iris-T air-defense system into service on its own soil after having delivered several of them to war-torn Ukraine.

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Bulgarian Parliament Approves German Air Defense System Procurement

The Bulgarian parliament has ratified a government proposal for the phased acquisition of a long-range and six medium-range IRIS-T air-defense systems from Germany.

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Germany to Double IRIS-T Air Defense System Production as Demand Soars

German defense firm Diehl has announced plans to double its production of the IRIS-T air defense system to cope with increasing global demand.

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Lithuania Likely to Buy IRIS-T Air Defense System From Germany

Lithuania plans to add Germany's IRIS-T medium-range missiles to its air defense posture, according to Defence Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas.

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Ukraine to Receive IRIS-T Air Defense System in Weeks: Diehl CEO

Germany will deliver the fourth IRIS-T SLM air defense system to Ukraine in a few weeks, manufacturer Diehl Defence CEO Helmut Rauch said.

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Diehl, Northrop Explore Integrating IRIS-T SLM Into IBCS

Diehl Defence and Northrop Grumman agreed to explore integrating Diehl’s IRIS-T SLM ground-based air defense systems with Northrop’s IBCS.

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After Eurofighter, Germany OKs Iris-T Missile Sale to Saudi Arabia

Germany resumed direct arms exports to Saudi Arabia by approving the sale of missiles, ending a blockade in place since 2018.

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German Parliament Approves $3B Guided Missile Procurement

The German Parliamentary Budget Committee has approved the procurement of guided missiles for over three billion euros.

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Germany Pledges New Military Aid Worth 1.3B Euros for Ukraine

Germany announced 1.3 billion euros ($1.4 billion) more in military gear for Ukraine in its fight against Russia.

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Estonia, Latvia Acquire $1.1-Billion German Air Defense System

Estonia and Latvia inked a joint deal worth around $1.1 billion for an Iris-T SLM medium-range air defense system from German manufacturer Diehl.

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