New Britain-Germany Pact to Combat Submarine Threats in North Atlantic

Britain and Germany have signed a historic defence pact aimed at bolstering European security amid rising Russian aggression. The agreement will see German submarine-hunting planes patrol the North Atlantic and collaboration on developing long-range strike weapons and drones. This marks a new era of military cooperation between the two nations.

German submarine-hunting planes are set to patrol the North Atlantic from a Scottish base, following a new defence pact between Britain and Germany. The agreement, signed in London by defence ministers from both nations, comes in response to increasing threats from Russia.

This pact marks the first of its kind between the two NATO countries, aiming to enhance European security. It coincides with ongoing concerns over the war initiated by Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and apprehensions surrounding the US presidential election outcome in November.

Under this deal, there will be closer collaboration between British and German forces, particularly in NATO's eastern flank locations, strengthening their deterrent capabilities. The two countries will also focus on developing advanced weaponry and manufacturing initiatives.

(With inputs from agencies.)