NATO Signs $700 Million Contract for Stinger Missiles
The multinational agreement aims to bolster defense capabilities amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
- NATO's procurement agency has finalized a $700 million deal for Stinger anti-aircraft missiles.
- The contract was signed during the NATO summit in Washington, D.C., with participation from multiple member states.
- Stinger missiles have been crucial in Ukraine's defense against Russian aerial assaults.
- The agreement ensures the continuation of Stinger production through 2029, according to RTX, the manufacturer.
- NATO members are also committing to enhance their defense manufacturing capacities to prepare for potential conflicts.