https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/german-navy-conducts-firing-with-iai-s-naval-lora-ballistic-missileContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/german-navy-conducts-firing-with-iai-s-naval-lora-ballistic-missilehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/german-navy-conducts-firing-with-iai-s-naval-lora-ballistic-missile#u56796Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:32:29 +0000The German Navy completed a successful firing trial of Israel Aerospace Industries' Naval LORA ballistic missile system from a frigate. Officials confirmed the tests took place in the North Atlantic. This marks the first time the Bundeswehr Navy has tested a ballistic missile at sea. The weapon system provides a new long-range naval strike capability for German warships.Why it mattersThe deployment follows an attempted Russian drone attack, highlighting urgent security needs for European naval forces. Germany is pursuing the new capability following the North Atlantic trials. India also s