Event Brief
EU seeks missile, jet and satellite alternatives to the US
Filed: Jul 12, 2026 at 9:10 AM ET
Summary: DW describes EU efforts to develop non-US counterparts to Patriot, Tomahawk, F-35 and Starlink.
WHO: DW
WHAT: DW examines EU attempts to reduce reliance on the US by developing counterparts to Patriot and Tomahawk missiles, F-35 jets and Starlink internet.
WHEN: Jul 12, 2026 at 8:37 AM ET
WHERE: European Union
WHY: EU governments seek to reduce dependence on the United States.
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