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macroJul 5, 2026, 5:34 PM

Germany: Ukraine No Longer Needs Taurus Missiles, Own Drones Striking Russian Targets

German Defence Minister Pistorius said Ukraine no longer requires Taurus cruise missiles because its own drones are successfully striking Russian oil refineries and military logistics deep inside Russia.

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has stated that Ukraine no longer needs the Taurus cruise missile system, as Kyiv's domestically produced drones are already effectively hitting Russian oil refineries and military logistics nodes deep within Russian territory.

According to sources, Pistorius made the remarks while discussing the ongoing debate over long-range weapons deliveries to Ukraine. The comments suggest a shift in Germany's official position, potentially reinforcing arguments that advanced Western cruise missiles are unnecessary given Ukraine's growing drone capabilities.

The statement comes amid continued Ukrainian drone operations targeting Russian energy infrastructure and supply lines, which have drawn criticism from Moscow but are seen by Kyiv as legitimate military objectives.

Source: First Squawk