Six European nations have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on a cost-effective loitering munition capable of striking targets beyond 500 kilometers. The ELSA initiative envisions a scalable platform with distributed production and adaptable payloads. The One Way Effector 500 Plus would emphasize autonomous operation and affordability while delivering precision effects against strategic targets. The program reflects lessons observed in the Ukraine conflict and broader European efforts to enhance long-range strike capabilities.
