14.07.2026 00:00
Ten European countries gathered in Paris, the capital of France, hosted by President Emmanuel Macron, declared the formation of a joint 'Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition' against ballistic missiles threatening the continent. The coalition aims to build an integrated and comprehensive air defense capacity for Europe.
Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition established in Europe.
10 COUNTRIES INVOLVED
An Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition meeting was held in Paris, the capital of France, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Following the meeting, the leaders of Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom issued a joint written statement.
The statement noted that the leaders of these countries are aware of the threat posed by ballistic missiles and the growing importance of defense capacity for the European continent.
PURPOSE: PROTECTION OF EUROPE
The statement announced the formation of a purely defensive coalition against ballistic missiles, stating, "We express our support for (the Coalition's) flagship project, which aims to work tirelessly to develop anti-ballistic capability."
The statement emphasized the need for a comprehensive and integrated anti-ballistic missile defense to protect Europe, noting that this aims to deter potential future missile threats.
Highlighting that this "anti-ballistic solution" will complement existing defense systems in Europe against ballistic missiles, the statement stressed that countries aim to build a joint European capacity against ballistic missiles by leveraging their defense industries, research capabilities, and operational experience.
The statement pledged to create a roadmap for the coalition's initial operational capability, in compliance with international obligations and legal frameworks.
OPEN TO PARTICIPATION BY OTHER COUNTRIES
The statement reported that Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom are the founding countries of the coalition, while also stating that the coalition is open to the participation of countries sharing the same goals.