US approves $1.23B sale of 400 AIM-120D-3 missiles to Germany

The United States has approved the sale of up to 400 AIM-120D-3 air-to-air missiles and related equipment to Germany for a total of $1.23 billion. This decision was announced on Friday, September 26, 2025.

The AIM-120D-3 missiles are advanced air-to-air weapons designed to enhance the capabilities of the German Air Force. The sale is part of ongoing defense cooperation between the U.S. and Germany, aimed at strengthening NATO"s collective security.

This approval follows recent developments in European airspace, including incidents involving military aircraft. For instance, Hungarian fighter jets intercepted five Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea, highlighting the importance of maintaining robust air defense systems.

The transaction is subject to congressional review, which is standard procedure for foreign military sales. The U.S. government has emphasized the strategic importance of this sale in bolstering Germany"s defense capabilities.