Initiative seeks integrated missile defence architecture through technology, research and defence industry cooperation
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is ready to deliver its part for the anti-ballistic missile system for Europe.PHOTO:Volodymyr Zelenskyy X
Ukraine and nine Coalition of the Willing countries have announced plans to establish a joint anti-ballistic missile coalition aimed at strengthening Europe’s defence capabilities against future missile threats.
Leaders from Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine and the UK said the initiative would focus on creating an integrated missile defence architecture through cooperation in technology, research and defence industries.
In a joint declaration, the countries said the coalition would be “purely defensive” and was designed to protect Europe from growing missile risks.
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“We believe that the protection of Europe requires a global solution of integrated missile defence architecture to deter and defeat future missile threats,” the leaders said.
Europe needs more anti-ballistic defense. Together, we can build such a system. Ukraine is ready to deliver its part: the anti-ballistic missile. We are now finalizing it. It is important to confirm politically that FREYJA is our common project, in the interests of all of Europe. pic.twitter.com/lnKHiyHt5U
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) July 13, 2026
The initiative will include a flagship project to develop anti-ballistic missile capability, with participating countries working on common operational requirements, technical cooperation and a roadmap toward the coalition’s first operational systems.
The statement said the project would complement existing missile defence systems, including national European capabilities already in place or planned by participating countries.
“By bringing together our defence industrial base, our research, and our operational experience, we aim to build a shared antiballistic missile capacity for Europe,” the leaders said.
The coalition also highlighted Ukraine’s experience in defending against Russia’s invasion, saying its knowledge would contribute to the initiative.
“We acknowledge the unique experience of Ukraine, gained in defence against Russia’s war of aggression,” the declaration said.
The founding members said they would explore opportunities for joint research and development, funding cooperation, and improved sharing of defence-related data and information.
The coalition will remain open to other countries that support its principles and objectives, according to the declaration.
