Tag: taurus missiles
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Russia Wiretaps German Military Discussion on Ukraine Support; Berlin Promises Swift Investigation
The German government has confirmed that a conversation between German air force generals discussing military support for Ukraine was wiretapped by Russia. The leaked discussion, which involved the potential use of German-made Taurus cruise missiles in Ukraine, has sparked a debate within Germany regarding the extent and nature of its military support for Ukraine. Chancellor…
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German Bundestag Votes Against Sending Taurus Missiles to Ukraine Despite Opposition’s Push
The German Bundestag voted against a proposal to send Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine, a motion pushed by the opposition Christian Democrats (CDU). The Taurus missile system could potentially change the dynamics on the ground by hitting targets such as ammunition bases and disrupting supply lines. The German government, led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, is…