https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/german-lawmakers-approve-funds-for-eight-ship-fleet-of-sub-hunting-frigatesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/german-lawmakers-approve-funds-for-eight-ship-fleet-of-sub-hunting-frigateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/german-lawmakers-approve-funds-for-eight-ship-fleet-of-sub-hunting-frigates#u117035Mon, 12 Oct 2026 02:07:04 +0000The German Bundestag's Budget Committee has approved the procurement of four additional MEKO A-200 DEU frigates from TKMS, bringing the total program to eight frigates for anti-submarine warfare in the North Atlantic. This program replaces the canceled F126 ships and strengthens Germany's naval capabilities for NATO missions.Why it mattersGermany's naval modernization efforts are underway with the MEKO A-200 DEU frigate program, which aims to enhance anti-submarine warfare capabilities in the North Atlantic and support NATO missions. The program was partially approved earlier wi