Netherlands Seeks Up to 479 Sidewinder Missiles from U.S. in $360 Million Deal
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Netherlands has submitted a request to the United States for the procurement of up to 479 AIM-9X Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles, with a total estimated value of $360 million in 2026. The Pentagon has disclosed that this request was made by the Dutch government.
The Sidewinder missile family is known for its adaptability and can be employed in air defense systems. The United States has previously supplied these munitions to Ukraine as part of military aid packages.
In late October 2026, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that his country was actively seeking additional missile supplies to enhance Ukraine’s air defense. He also indicated that the Netherlands was examining the weapon reserves of its international partners to facilitate this objective.
This latest request from the Netherlands follows and complements previous agreements for Sidewinder missile purchases from the U.S. in 2022 and 2024. Official documents indicate that in September 2026, the U.S. had already announced the potential sale of up to 392 missiles from the same family to the Netherlands, valued at $295 million.
