Here are excerpts from the joint declaration: 'Recognizing the… (коалиция · баллистический · совместный)
Here are excerpts from the joint declaration: 'Recognizing the growing threat posed by ballistic missiles and the increasing importance of defensive capabilities for the security of the European continent, today we announce the beginning of the creation of a defensive coalition against ballistic missiles.'
Consensus
- Leaders from Germany, Denmark, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, Ukraine, France, and Sweden participated in a summit in Paris on July 13.
- The participants agreed to create a defensive coalition focused on developing an integrated anti-ballistic missile defense architecture.
- The coalition's purpose is to enhance Europe's security by strengthening collective defensive capabilities against ballistic missile threats.
- The initiative emphasizes cooperation among participating countries' defense industries, joint research and development, and the establishment of common operational requirements and management mechanisms.
- The coalition explicitly states it is not directed against any particular nation but aims at self-defense.
- The coalition is open to other countries willing to join.
Points of divergence
- The participants plan to develop a roadmap for achieving initial operational capabilities and will seek funding sources for the 'flagship project'. — riamo
- The coalition acknowledges Ukraine's unique experience in defense against Russia's war of aggression. — tvrain
Coverage (2 sources)
- "Coalition of the Willing" to Build Missile Defense Architecture Against Ballistic Missiles — РИАМО
- Anti-ballistic missile coalition announced in Paris — Дождь