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France Considers Extending Charles de Gaulle Carrier Life

France is examining the possibility of keeping its nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, Charles de Gaulle, in service beyond...

Ukraine’s F-16 Fleet Strained by Russia’s Drone War

A front view of an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft armed with an AIM-9L Sidewinder training missile on the wingtip and two...

Germany Expands F-35 Fleet Despite Kill Switch Threats

Earlier this year, the F-35 fighter jet faced criticism from several European countries—including Germany, Switzerland, and France—over...

Boeing F-15EX Boosts U.S. and Poland Airpower Amid Rising Threats

In late April, Boeing handed over the first F-15EX Eagle II aircraft from its second production lot...

Egypt’s Rafale Fighter Jet Deal and Interest in China’s J-10C: Defense Modernization Update

Egypt is reportedly in advanced negotiations with France to procure an additional batch of Dassault Rafale fighter...

India’s $7.5 Billion Rafale M Deal with France: Boosting Naval Air Power

A French Navy Dassault Super Etendard carrier borne strike fighter aircraft, executes a touch and go landing on the flight deck...

China’s PL-15 Missile Delivery to Pakistan Shifts South Asia’s Air Power Balance

Ohjus, laukaisupanssarivaunu ja ohjuksen puinen kuljetuslaatikko. Huomaa ulkonema kuljetuslaatikon päädyssä - ohjus ei muuten mahdu sille suunniteltuun kuljetuslaatikkoon.

India to Boost Air Power with 40 More Rafale Jets Amid Growing Regional Tensions

On April 16, 2025, Bharat Shakti, an Indian defense portal, reported that the Indian Air Force (IAF)...

Belgium Proposes Shifting F-35 Assembly to Italy: Impact on European Defense Strategy

Belgium’s recent proposal to shift the assembly of its Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II aircraft from the...

Portugal Weighs Rafale vs F-35 in Air Force Modernization Shift

Portugal's defense modernization trajectory has taken a noteworthy turn, following recent remarks by Defense Minister Nuno Melo...

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Coalition of the Willing Exercise Prepares Force for Ukraine

Britain and France are leading KOALICJA 26.2, a multinational exercise involving around 2,800 troops from 11 countries. The drills are designed to test the command, logistics and operational readiness of a force that could support Ukraine after the war.

French FDI Frigate: Inverted Bow Proves Its Worth

France's Defense and Intervention Frigate (FDI) is demonstrating the advantages of its distinctive inverted bow, with its former commander highlighting improved seakeeping, reduced vibration and strong performance in rough seas.

Destinus Ruta Cruise Missile Production Reaches 300 a Month

European defence startup Destinus says it has produced more than 1,750 Ruta cruise missiles, with monthly output approaching 300 units. The company has also started producing the larger Ruta Block 2 variant as it prepares to meet growing European demand.

DAUPHIN Off-Board Active Decoy: France Develops Naval Drone

France is developing DAUPHIN, a drone-based off-board active decoy designed to protect naval vessels from anti-ship missiles. Led by the DGA, the programme brings together Thales and Lacroix to develop an autonomous electronic warfare system using digital radio frequency memory technology.