Israeli LORA Ballistic Missiles Fired From German Frigate

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1. 8d ago

   German Navy Tests Israeli LORA Ballistic Missile in North Atlantic

   A German Navy frigate successfully fired an Israeli-made LORA ballistic missile during trials in the North Atlantic on September 1. This test marks the first time the Bundeswehr has launched a ballistic missile from a warship. The trial provides NATO with deep land strike capabilities from surface vessels that were previously unavailable to any European navy. Following the successful launch, Germany intends to procure the weapon system to enhance its long-range naval strike capacity.

   Why it matters

   The deployment of LORA missiles signals a shift in German naval strategy toward long-range precision strikes. This capability serves as a strategic signal to Russia regarding NATO's maritime reach.

   What is confirmed

   • A German Navy frigate successfully tested an Israeli LORA ballistic missile in the North Atlantic.
   • The launch provided NATO with deep land strike capabilities from a surface vessel previously unavailable to any European navy.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The missile test serves as a specific signal to Russia.

   What to watch next

   • Integration of the missile system across the wider German frigate fleet.
   Sources used for this update (4)

   1. en.clickpetroleoegas.com.br — A German frigate fired an Israeli ballistic missile in the North Atlantic, giving NATO naval strike capabilities unprecedented for any European navy
   2. defence-industry.eu — SK Group’s ELVO plans €40 million Greek defense expansion to create 300 jobs and build drone and military vehicle production capacity
   3. www.jns.org — Political warfare against Israel, led by Russia and China
   4. united24media.com — Germany Makes Naval History With First Warship-Launched Ballistic Missile in Signal to Russia
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2. 12d ago

   German Navy Successfully Tests Israeli LORA Ballistic Missile

   The German Navy has successfully completed its first at-sea trial of the Israeli-made LORA ballistic missile fired from a frigate. This marks the first time the Bundeswehr has tested a ballistic missile at sea. Following the successful trial, Germany intends to proceed with the procurement of the weapon system. The test took place in the North Atlantic, adding a long-range strike capability to the German naval fleet.

   Why it matters

   The LORA system provides a high-precision strike capability that expands the operational reach of naval vessels. This procurement aligns with broader efforts to modernize the Bundeswehr. India is also reportedly seeking the same weapon for its fighter jets.

   What is confirmed

   • The German Navy successfully completed a trial of the Israeli-made LORA ballistic missile.
   • A German frigate fired the missile during the test.
   • This was the first time the Bundeswehr tested a ballistic missile at sea.
   • Germany will move forward with the procurement of the missile system.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The naval LORA ballistic missiles have a range of 430-km.

   What to watch next

   • Official announcement of the procurement contract volume and quantity
   • Confirmation of the missile range and specific target capabilities
   • Deployment timeline for the LORA system across the German frigate fleet
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. The Jerusalem Post — German Navy successfully completes trial of Israeli-made naval Lora ballistic missile
   2. EurAsian Times — Germany Just Fired an Israeli Ballistic Missile From a Frigate — a Weapon India Also Seeks for Its Fighter Jets
   3. Bloomberg.com — German Navy Tests Ballistic Missile for the First Time at Sea
   4. Наша Ніва — Bundeswehr tested ballistic missile for the first time
   5. TWZ — Israeli LORA Ballistic Missiles Fired From German Frigate
   6. The Times of Israel — German Navy tests Israeli ballistic missile, will move forward with procurement
   7. Defense Express — Does Germany Now Have 430-km-Range Naval LORA Ballistic Missiles to Strike russia From Sea?
   8. ukdefencejournal.org.uk — German warship secretly fires ballistic missile in Atlantic
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