# The U.S. State Department announced on Friday its green light for a significant defense deal involving the sale of integrated combat systems to Germany.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-17 · Devdiscourse*

## Key points

- The U.S. State Department approved a $11.9 billion defense sale to Germany.
- The deal includes integrated combat systems plus supporting equipment and services for Germany.
- Lockheed Martin Corp and RTX Corp will be the main contractors for this agreement.
- This sale aims to significantly enhance Germany's military capabilities.

**Companies:** Lockheed Martin Corp, RTX Corp
**Countries:** United States, Germany

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