Combat drone procurement: Union sees fewer problems with Stark order

There are differing views on the planned procurement of combat drones from start-up Stark. The CDU/CSU sees fewer problems with investor Peter Thiel’s stake than the Ministry of Defense and the opposition.

20. February 2026
Stark-Drohne "Virtus": Das BMVg plant einen Beschaffungsvertrag über rund 270 Millionen Euro
Stark drone “Virtus”: The BMVg is planning a procurement contract worth around EUR 270 million. (Kay Nietfeld/picture alliance/dpa)

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Last updated: 20. February 2026