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Ukraine's allies in Kyiv for talks on plan to end war
A delegation of officials from 15 nations including Britain, France, and Germany met in Kyiv with representatives from NATO and the EU to discuss strategies aimed at ending the war. A high-level U.S. ...
Britain and France bombed suspected Isis arms dump in Syria: UK defence ministry
The UK Ministry of Defence reported that British and French air forces conducted a joint operation on Saturday evening to target an underground arms cache suspected to have been used by Islamic State ...
UK and France troop deployment is “mandatory” for security guarantees, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized that the presence of troops from the UK and France in a Coalition of the Willing framework is essential for ensuring effective security commitmen...
France says Maduro capture violates international law
France has condemned the military operation leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as a violation of international law. The French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs stress...
Carney Will Meet With Ukraine Allies in Paris Amid Intensifying Ceasefire Talks
The meeting scheduled between Carney and allied nations of Ukraine in Paris aims at discussing the intensifying ceasefire talks regarding the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine....
PM Mark Carney heading to France for Ukraine peace talks
Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to travel to France to participate in discussions aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine....
France firms up its intention to procure GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft from Saab
The French General Directorate of Armaments (DGA) has contracted with Saab as of December 30, 2025, to procure several GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft....
Carney will meet with Ukraine allies in Paris as peace talks intensify
US Special Representative for Ukraine Kurt Volker's counterpart Victor Carney is set to convene meetings with allied nations in Paris amidst the escalation of peace negotiations in Ukraine....
Carney Will Meet With Ukraine Allies in Paris As Peace Talks Intensify
British General Sir Michael Carney will meet with Ukrainian allies in Paris as peace talks between Ukraine and Russia continue to intensify. The meeting is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to find a...
France and Britain Ready to Monitor Truce in Ukraine Without UN or EU Mandate
France and Britain are prepared to oversee the ceasefire in Ukraine independently of any authorization from the United Nations or the European Union....
How wine and champagne helped to defeat the Nazis
During World War II, French wine and champagne distributors collaborated with the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) by using their alcohol shipments as a cover for transmitting intelligence t...
Airbus scores major win in China with orders for 145 A320 aircraft
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus secured orders for 145 A320neo planes from Chinese airlines, a significant victory in the competitive aerospace market against US rival Boeing. The orders were ne...
Zelensky: Security Advisors of Coalition of the Willing to Meet January 3 in Ukraine, Leaders May Meet January 6 in France
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that security advisors from countries part of the Coalition of the Willing will convene on January 3rd in Ukraine. Additionally, it's anticipated that leaders fr...
France orders Saab GlobalEye for airborne early warning
France has placed an order for two Saab GlobalEye aircraft and has options to acquire two additional units. Deliveries of the aircraft are scheduled to begin in 2029....
Ukraine Hits France: Media Sounds Alarm
The article discusses how Ukrainian actions have alarmed French media, leading to significant concerns and discussions regarding the impact of Ukraine's recent activities on its relationship with Fran...
2025 in review: Navy
An overview of naval developments and operations within NATO member states and allied countries throughout 2025 focusing on capability enhancements, technological advancements, deployments, and strate...
Russia makes ‘proposal’ to France over jailed NGO researcher Vinatier
The Kremlin announced that Russia has proposed an offer to France concerning Francoise Laurent Vinatier, who is serving a three-year sentence in Russia for allegedly failing to register as a foreign a...
Fujian enters service, J-10C’s combat action: 10 China military developments in 2025
China's latest military development includes the entry of the Fujian aircraft carrier into service at Sanya, Hainan province, according to state media reports. The report also briefly mentions a compa...
Fourteen countries condemn Israel's expansion of West Bank settlements
Fourteen nations, including France, Britain, and Germany, have criticized Israel for approving the construction of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank. The signatories expressed their clear o...
Forget the F-22 or F-35: China Is Training for Battle Against France’s Dassault Rafale Fighter
China's military exercises suggest they take France's Dassault Rafale seriously as a combat threat, with Chinese and simulated NATO forces engaging in battle scenarios featuring the Rafale against the...
US sanctions former EU commissioner and four Europeans over efforts to curb online hate speech
The US Secretary of State, likely referring to Mike Pompeo or another individual holding the office at the time, has imposed visa bans on a former EU commissioner and additional Europeans involved in ...
China’s Air Force Is ‘Wargaming’ Against Dassault Rafale Fighters
China's CCTV broadcast rare footage of PLAAF (People's Liberation Army Air Force) tabletop war games featuring eight J-16 multirole fighters against six French-made Rafale jets. The purpose was to sig...
Europe’s FCAS Fighter Could Soon Be RIP
European countries face a critical decision regarding France's Future Combat Air System (FCAS) by the end of 2025. Germany, France, and Spain need to resolve governance and cost disputes concerning FC...
PANG: France’s New Nuclear Aircraft Carrier Could Be a Navy 78,000 Ton Powerhouse
France has formally decided to construct a new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, the Porte-Avions Nouvelle Génération (PANG), set to replace the Charles de Gaulle upon its retirement in 2038. The init...
France To Build New Aircraft Carrier, Macron Tells Troops
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to construct a new aircraft carrier during his visit to Toulon where he addressed military personnel. The construction of the new warship aims at m...
Second Lebanon-Israel meeting sidelined France, saw US pressure on Netanyahu
During the second round of meetings between Lebanese and Israeli officials, disagreements arose over an economic zone and the civilian casualties caused by Israeli strikes. The talks excluded direct F...
France To Build New Aircraft Carrier
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to build a new, larger aircraft carrier called Porte-Avions de Nouvelle Génération (PANG) to replace the aging Charles de Gaulle. The decision was ...
France Exposes Malicious Disinformation Campaign Targeting India’s 26 Rafale-Marine; Disinfo Campaign Targets Fighter Jet's Capabilities
The French government has disclosed a sophisticated disinformation campaign aimed at undermining India's purchase of 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets. The forged documents, exposed by the agency Viginum ...
France to build new aircraft carrier — Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to construct a new aircraft carrier for France's navy as part of efforts to strengthen the country's maritime power projection....
NATO Secretary General Assesses Prospects of Removing Putin from Power
The NATO Secretary General has provided an assessment on the likelihood of seeing Russian President Vladimir Putin removed from power. The perspective offered highlights geopolitical considerations an...
France formally green lights PA-Ng aircraft carrier production
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will move forward with the production of its next-generation aircraft carrier program, known as PA-Ng. This decision secures the replacement for ...
Macron, on UAE visit, announces new French aircraft carrier
French President Emmanuel Macron has given the official approval for France's next aircraft carrier during a visit to UAE troops. This decision follows extensive reviews and is in line with previous m...
France will build new aircraft carrier, Macron tells troops
President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will construct a new aircraft carrier to enhance its maritime military capabilities during a speech at a military base in Abu Dhabi. The decision was ma...
France Exposes Malicious Disinformation Campaign Targeting India’s 26 Rafale M Defence Deal With Forged Letters
India's acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets is facing another sophisticated online disinformation campaign. France has identified forged letters as part of an attempt to undermine the deal....
Macron, on UAE visit, announces new French aircraft carrier
During his visit to the United Arab Emirates, French President Emmanuel Macron officially announced plans to replace France's sole nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, Charles de Gaulle. The new vessel w...
Russia says Putin open to Ukraine war talks with France’s Macron
Dmitry Peskov, Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman, stated that Putin is prepared to engage in dialogue regarding the war in Ukraine with French President Emmanuel Macron. This follows Macron...
Safran-GTRE to Develop Clean-Sheet AMCA Engine Blending M88 T-REX & 6th-Gen Tech, Matching F414 Size for Easy Retrofit
India is advancing its goal of developing indigenous aero-engine technology by collaborating with Safran Group and GTRE. They are working on creating a new engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircra...
NATO backs £2.5bn 2026 budget to boost collective defence
At their meeting on December 16th, NATO member states agreed to approve a Civil Budget of approximately £455 million and a Military Budget of about £2,1 billion for the year 2026, aimed at enhancing c...
Hellenic Navy Receives Its First FDI Frigate Built by Naval Group
The Hellenic Navy has received its first of four Franco-designed Defense and Intervention (FDI) frigates built by French shipbuilder Naval Group, marking a milestone for the Greek navy as well as Fren...
Spanish DGAM orders 100 helicopters from Airbus and NHIndustries
Spain’s Directorate General for Armament and Material (DGAM) has placed an order totaling 100 helicopters from Airbus and NHIndustries, according to the Spanish Ministry of Defense. Details on the spe...
Macron: Europe Can’t Rely on Others to Engage Putin
President Emmanuel Macron of France stressed that Europe must independently initiate peace talks with Russia's leadership and highlighted the risks involved in relying solely on the United States for ...
Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada
Russia has ended military cooperation agreements with Portugal, France, and Canada due to their support of EU proposals to use Russian frozen assets for loans to Ukraine during Russia's ongoing confli...
Is Europe's mega defence project FCAS in danger of failing over Germany-France disagreements?
The Future Combat Air System (FCAS), initiated in 2017 with an estimated cost of over €100 billion, aims to bolster European defense capabilities through the development of advanced fighter aircraft a...
Space no longer peaceful, President Macron set to say in new space strategy review
French President Emmanuel Macron plans to state that France and Europe must prepare to defend their interests in space during a new space strategy review on Wednesday. The declaration underscores the ...
Paris Meeting: Moving Closer to Peace in Ukraine?
At a meeting in Paris, France, the UK, and Ukraine signed an agreement with US support for deploying a multinational force in Ukraine. The move received mixed reactions from various media outlets....
Only PM controls UK nuclear weapons, says minister
The UK government has affirmed that Prime Minister retains sole authority over control of nuclear weapons despite closer nuclear cooperation with France under the Northwood Declaration. This declarati...
US President Trump Claims He Saved NATO From Collapse
US President Donald Trump claims that he saved NATO from collapsing by demanding more burden sharing among member states and insisting on increased defense spending....
Dassault Eyes Indian Manufacturing Hub to Scale Rafale Production Beyond 50 Jets Per Year Amid Increasing Global Demand
Dassault Aviation plans to establish a manufacturing hub in India to meet the rising global demand for its Rafale fighter jets beyond a production rate of 50 jets per year. The company reports a signi...
French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Declares Crisis in Relations with US
The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concern and declared that there is currently a crisis in diplomatic relations between France and the United States....
F-35 Who? Every Air Force Wants the New ‘Super’ Dassault Rafale Fighter
Dassault Aviation exceeded its 2025 production targets for the Rafale fighter by delivering 26 aircraft, marking a significant progress in the program. To meet growing export demand, the company plans...
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