VILNIUS / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – Lithuania has taken a significant step towards strengthening its defense capabilities by acquiring French Caesar Mk II wheeled howitzers. This €252 million investment marks the Baltic country’s largest arms deal with France. The modern artillery systems are intended to significantly improve the mobility and firepower of the Lithuanian Armed Forces.
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Lithuania has decided to strengthen its defense capabilities by purchasing French Caesar Mk II wheeled howitzers. This decision comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region, particularly given its geographical proximity to Russia and Belarus. The Ministry of Defense in Vilnius has signed a contract with the defense company KNDS France, which is worth around 252 million euros. This represents the largest arms deal between Lithuania and France to date.
The Caesar Mk II wheeled howitzers are known for their mobility and firepower. With a caliber of 155 millimeters, they are among the most modern self-propelled artillery systems in the world. These systems have already been tested in real combat conditions in Ukraine, which underlines their effectiveness. Lithuania’s Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas emphasized that this acquisition will not only improve the country’s military capabilities, but also strengthen the partnership with the French defense sector.
The decision to purchase these artillery systems is also a response to the geopolitical challenges facing Lithuania. The country borders the Russian Baltic Sea exclave of Kaliningrad and Belarus, a close ally of Russia. The war in Ukraine is perceived in Lithuania as a direct threat to national security. Therefore, the country has significantly increased its defense spending and plans to further upgrade its armed forces.
In addition to the wheeled howitzers, Lithuania will also permanently station an armored Bundeswehr brigade in the future. These measures are part of a broader strategy to strengthen national defense and ensure security in the region. Collaboration with international partners such as France and Germany is crucial. These developments show how important it is for smaller countries to rely on strong alliances and modern defense technologies in times of geopolitical uncertainty.
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