Denmark to acquire Joint Strike Missile and Anthem cruise missile

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Denmark is acquiring Kongsberg's Joint Strike Missile for its F-35 fighters and the land-based Anthem cruise missile from US firm Covenant, marking a major boost to its long-range strike capabilities. Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus says the move strengthens Denmark's ability to defend itself and meet NATO burden-sharing demands, following a September 2025 decision to acquire such precision weapons.

Daniel TrangeledDenmark23 Oct 2026Original Source

Denmark is acquiring two new types of long-range precision missiles: Kongsberg’s Joint Strike Missile (JSM) and the Anthem cruise missile from US company Covenant. The Ministry of Defence announced the purchases on 22 October.

— The acquisitions are a significant step towards making Denmark better able to defend itself and carry our share of the burden in NATO. At the same time, we are sending a strong signal that we have the ability to strike back, said Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus.

The JSM will be fired from Denmark’s F-35 fighters. Anthem will be launched from land. The ministry gave no quantities, costs or delivery dates.

The government made an in-principle decision in September 2025 to acquire long-range precision weapons, as previously reported by NDS. According to the ministry, NATO has asked for these capabilities. The purchases follow a recommendation from the Chief of Defence.

DALO previously signed a contract on 19 October for more Naval Strike Missiles for the Navy’s frigates, also reported by NDS.

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