Croatia to acquire 50 Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks from Germany

Описание: Croatia has announced plans to strengthen its military capability by purchasing Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany. This acquisition follows an agreement between Croatian Defence Minister Ivan Anušić and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, aiming to enhance the Croatian Armed Forces' capacity and bolster Croatia’s strategic partnership with Germany.

The decision to procure up to 50 Leopard 2A8 tanks is a significant step in Croatia’s ongoing military modernisation efforts. Minister Anušić emphasised that this initiative complements other recent defence projects, such as the acquisition of HIMARS rocket systems and drones, underscoring Croatia’s commitment to reaching a defence spending target of 2% of GDP before the initially projected 2027 deadline.

Leopard 2A8, known for its advanced technology and resilience, will significantly bolster Croatia’s defence capabilities, completing the country’s upgraded armoury and enabling it to meet emerging security challenges.