Germany weighs 50% stake in KNDS, moving toward nationalization of tank maker

The German government is reportedly discussing acquiring a 50% stake in KNDS, the Franco-German defense manufacturer behind the Leopard 2 tank, signaling a shift toward nationalization. This follows broader European efforts to consolidate and secure defense industrial capacity amid heightened security concerns. The move would alter the ownership structure of a key NATO supplier, with implications for European defense cooperation and procurement.