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.
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.
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.
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.
