2 billion down the drain? German defence minister cancels world's largest frigate

Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has decided to scrap the country's plan for the world's largest frigate, a project that has already cost 2 billion euros. Instead, the focus will shift to smaller naval ships, according to Der Spiegel. This decision raises questions about the future of Germany's naval strategy and the financial implications of canceling such an advanced, yet unfinished, project. The move could signal a shift in priorities for the German navy and might impact international defense partnerships and budgets.